Preservation Award Winner!

Today, the McKey-Seago House stands alone among late 20th century commercial buildings in what was once a thriving residential area. The house was constructed by the McKey family between 1915 and 1920 as a modest 1-story house, but the later addition of a second floor dramatically altered the appearance of the house to what we see today. Since 1995, Valdosta State University has owned the property and used it as space for various administrative offices, but by 2013, the house was in need of repairs and systems upgrades. The ensuing rehabilitation project included replacing the roof; painting the exterior; and repairing wood siding, trim, windows and brick column bases. Interior work included cleaning the original wood floors, repairing water damaged ceilings and walls, and upgrading mechanical systems. Thanks to Valdosta State University’s commitment to preservation, the historic McKey-Seago house remains as a testament to Valdosta’s history! Recipient of a 2015 Excellence in Rehabilitation Award. #valdostaga #georgia #historicpreservation #architecture #oldhouselove #historichomes #exploregeorgia