Completed in 1910, the Herndon Home, was the residence of Alonzo Herndon and his family. Herdon was a former slave raised in a sharecropping family after the Civil War. Herndon studied barbering, and owned and managed a string of barbershops in downtown Atlanta after the Civil War, one of which was considered to be the most elegant in the country with marble floors and chandelier. Investing his income into real estate, Herndon became the largest black property owner in Atlanta by 1900. Later, Herndon founded the Atlanta Life Insurance Company, located in the Sweet Auburn Historic District, and became Atlanta's first black millionaire. The home was primarily designed by Adrienne Herndon, Alonzo's first wife and a teacher at Atlanta University. The couple had one son, Norris. Adrienne died of Addison's disease just three months after the home was completed. In 1912 Alonzo married Jessie Gillespie.

The Herndon home is a two-story, 15-room Beaux Arts mansion built by local black craftsmen. The formally composed building is constructed with multi-colored brick, and features a two-story entry portico supported by Corinthian columns. One-story porches to each side of the building echo this theme in brick piers and wooden capitals. An elliptical fanlight over the main entrance and the balustrade above the full entablature of the building's cornice add a distinctly Georgian Revival flavor to this imposing residence. The Herndon Home is a lasting tribute to the hard work and talent of extraordinary African Americans in Atlanta, and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 2000.

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"I had a great stay at this hotel. The front desk staff was amazing, welcoming, and very helpful throughout my visit. The room was clean and comfortable, and despite seeing some other reviews mention hot water issues, I had no problems at all and had consistent hot water during my stay. Overall, it was a pleasant and smooth experience. Thank you to the team for making my stay enjoyable."

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What's the area like around Herndon Home?

Herndon Home is located in a historic area of Atlanta known for its bar scene and great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 479 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Herndon Home?

The Connally Hotel Downtown Atlanta, an Ascend Collection Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers in-room kitchenettes and a health club. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Herndon Home. Other good choices close by include Reverb by Hard Rock Atlanta Downtown and Signia By Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Herndon Home?

Expedia has 479 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Herndon Home.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Herndon Home, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Herndon Home.

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What can I see and do near Herndon Home?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at College Football Hall of Fame, World of Coca-Cola, or National Center for Civil and Human Rights. Explore landmarks like Underground Atlanta, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, and Paschals Hotel Site. You can check out the local talent at Tabernacle, Rialto Center for the Performing Arts, and Fox Theatre.

How can I get to Herndon Home?

Walk to nearby metro stations like Bankhead Station, West Lake Station, and Ashby Station. If you'd like to explore around the area nearby, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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