2025 Places in Peril

Story 

Built in 1827 on land ceded by the Creek Nation in 1821, this historic home was constructed by Daniel Orr for his son Burrell and his wife, Betsey Hendrick. Over the years, the property changed hands several times, but it was ultimately purchased by its namesake, George Columbus Gaissert, in 1906. The two-story portico was also added around this time. The home remained in the Gaissert family for generations, continuing a tradition of farming and community service deeply rooted in the area’s history.

Threat 

Following the recent passing of the last family member without heirs to inherit the property, it was sold to a developer. The developer’s plans to transform the site into a commercial development threaten to erase the property’s historic integrity and its longstanding connection to the local community.

Disclaimer: The Georgia Trust does not own nor has any direct involvement with this historic site. The Trust’s involvement is limited to listing it on our Places in Peril list to bring awareness to it.

Photos by Halston Pitman/Motor Sport Media