Substantial foursquare with deep hip roof, interior chimneys, sawnwork
eave brackets, and hipped front porch with original boxed posts with sawnwork spandrels, two-over-two sash, one-story rear
ell with recessed porch. Asbestos siding, central hall floor plan.
In order to save it, the Ocracoke Preservation Society moved this house
in 1989 to its present location on land owned by the National Park Service visitor's center from its nearby original location
just north of the Anchorage Inn, facing the harbor.
The original site had been bought by the Anchorage Inn and the house
was endangered. It is believed to have been built by David Williams (1858-1938) who served in the Coast Guard. Williams purchased
the original tract from William H. Wahab for $10 in 1890 (DB 19, 497). He was married to Alice Wahab (1865-1953), sister of
James Hatton Wahab.
Below is a floor plan
which outlines the OPS Museum in the David Williams house. We hope to see you visiting the museum in person.
