About The Carpenter House
PHOTO COURTESY OF ERIC ANUGRAHAM PORTRAIT GALLERY
A rich history marks The Carpenter House. Built in 1898 for Colonel Henry C. Overaker and his new bride, "Miss Maude", the house was set in the middle of a cotton field which was part of his many land holdings. It took three years to complete.
Prominent in social circles, Col. Henry was Plano's 8th Postmaster and the owner of the lumber yard. He helped organize and served as a Board of Director to Plano's first bank. He and other town members were instrumental in making Plano a first rate cotton market.
Miss Maude was hailed as a fine musician. Many warm summer evenings were spent on the wrap-around porch, sipping lemonade and listening to Miss Maude's repertoire.
G. Carpenter purchased the house in the eearly 1920's to ensure his children would receive the best education in the Plano school system. He was a gentleman farmer, lawyer and judge.
Extensive renovations were made by the Edwards' family in the 1970's. The house has 14 original stained glass windows. Located on the back porch is the original well, fed by an underground live stream.
The Carpenter House will take you back in time, to the grace and charm of the late 19th Century, making it an ideal location for your wedding ceremony, wedding reception, bridal shower, in addition to corporate meetings and baby showers.