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Bell Buckle’s Chuck Taylor
Did you know that one of baseball’s greats once called Bell Buckle home? His nickname was even “Bell Buckle”. Charles Gilbert Taylor was born in Shelbyville and lived in little Bell Buckle for his first 18 years. Chuck Taylor, as he was known, lettered in baseball and basketball at Bell Buckle High School and graduated…
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The Son Will House
Step into the past and have a look at this postcard from 1907. A glimpse of the beautiful dwelling that once graced the grounds of the Webb School campus. It sat directly across from the brick pillars known as the Poteat Gates near what is now the Admissions Building. The residence once belonged to William…
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Old Bell Buckle Turnpikes
Bell Buckle, our quaint little island in the country, only has a few ways in and out of town. But did you know that the four Bell Buckle gateways go back to the 1800s? In the mid-1800s, when the locomotive revolution was chugging along, the state authorized private turnpike companies sections of property for better…
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The Mathews House
Welcome to another installment of Homes of Bell Buckle Past! Today, we venture just a wee bit outside of town to the Mathews House. If you have ever driven by the Cascade schools, chances are you have seen this home. And if you’re like me, you’ve wondered its story. This old home sat quietly for…
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Dog Saves Man’s Life
Dog saves man’s life! Not the headline you hear often, but fortunately for this former Bell Buckle resident, it really did happen. A surgeon named Dr. Leland Thompson (formerly of Bell Buckle) is just driving along in his automobile with his trusty pooch by his side, when it suddenly takes a tumble. Dr. Thompson and…
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The History of Daffodil Day
You can’t drive in or out of Bell Buckle right now without seeing the beautiful daffodils! The town and its roadsides are absolutely bursting with blooms. A sure sign that spring is just around the corner. These little peeks of gold are so special ‘round these parts that they have their own festival! Daffodil Day…
Welcome to Historic Bell Buckle!
Here you’ll find stories of old Bellbuckle. Yep, Bellbuckle – one word. The United States Postal Service didn’t officially add the space until 1935. I hope to share the history of this town, its people, and its structures. I am an unofficial historian with a passion for digging into times gone by. The FBI of the past, as I like to say. I am grateful to be a part of this community and live in a place that is brimming with untold stories yet to be discovered, and to be able share them with you.
Amy Edmiston
Creator & Resident Research Nerd
Efforts are underway to restore the old Bell Buckle school! This is going to be a wonderful space for the community and we are excited to see it brough back to life. Learn more about its history and how you can become a Friend of Historic Bell Buckle School here.
