Florence Coffee House

Devall Town: Block 1, Lot 10

According to a document held by the current owner, the date of construction was soon after 1850 and the builder was Nelson Potts. Potts was the Builder of many buildings in Baton Rouge during this period of time including his own house at 831 North Street.The property was acquired by John and Lucas Florence in 1848 for the sum of $1335. A structure on the property burned in 1849. The March 30, 1980, SUNDAY ADVOCATE reports that the house was to be reconstructed on Church Street, but was finally rebuilt in 1852 at its present location. The property was sold at auction in 1881 to Mary Jorie and subsequently used as a grocery store. The house was purchased by Dr. and Mrs. Thom in 1971.