Covington Home

A year ago Washington City was fortunate enough to purchase the Robert Covington home, located at 200 N and 200 E. this home was one of the original homes built in Washington and was the residence of Robert Dockery Covington and his family. Mr. Covington was commissioned by Brigham Young to bring a group of pioneers down to this part of the state to homestead and establish a cotton crop and mill.

The home he resided in was also used as the city's first church, first city hall and the first community center. It is a rich and important part of our heritage here in Washington.

Although it will take several years to restore, the city has been enhancing and improving the grounds. We have allowed the city's Youth Council to use it for their weekly meetings and we eventually look forward to opening it up to the public to enjoy on a regular basis.

In the meantime and during Cotton Days week we encourage you to swing by and take a look at this beautiful part of our (your) history.