The James H. Dillard Home, situated near the Audubon neighborhood, belonged to the distinguished African American educator and advocate for racial cooperation in the post-Reconstruction South. Dillard played a crucial role in advancing educational opportunities for Black Americans and promoting interracial dialogue during a period of severe segregation.

The house itself stands as a testament to Dillard’s legacy, embodying both architectural charm and a profound historical narrative about education, equality, and civil rights in the early 20th century South.