R. H. Hunt

Richard Howorth Hunt was an American architect known for his work in the Mississippi Delta region and other parts of the American South. He is best known for his work on row houses and for designing the Mississippi Governor's Mansion.

Hunt was born on July 31, 1871, in Holly Springs, Mississippi.

Hunt was known for his neoclassical architectural style, often incorporating elements of the Greek Revival and Colonial Revival styles into his designs.

Some of Hunt's notable works include the Mississippi Governor's Mansion, the Greenwood LeFlore County Library, the Mc Clain Lodge and Hotel, and the Greenville United States Post Office and Courthouse.

Hunt is considered one of the leading architects of his time in the American South. His work has had a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of Mississippi and the surrounding region.