William Thompson House (Camden, Tennessee)

The William Thompson House is a historic house located in Camden, Tennessee. It is a two-story, frame I-house with elements of both Federal and Greek Revival architectural styles. Built circa 1840, it is significant as one of the earliest and best-preserved examples of its type in Benton County. The house features a symmetrical facade, a central hall plan, and a low-pitched gable roof. Important details include its front porch with square columns, the six-over-six light windows, and the original interior woodwork. The William Thompson House provides insight into the early settlement and development of Benton County and the architectural tastes of its prosperous residents. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988.