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Ole Pierson Homestead

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Clifton vicinity, TX, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 0° 0' 3.1968", -103° 29' 16.2996"
 
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    Born in Norway, Ole Pierson (1804-1882) brought his family to the United States in 1853. He joined a group of Norwegians who journeyed to this area of Texas and found the land very similar to that of their native country. In 1854, eight families, including Ole Pierson's, began building their homes in what is now Bosque Country. Pierson received a grant of land from the State of Texas and later purchased surrounding tracts. Here he farmed and played a leading role in establishing the Norwegian community. The homestead remained in the Pierson family until 1939. Texas Sesquicentennial 1836-1986

This page last updated: 7/15/2008

Ole Pierson Homestead Historical Marker Location Map, Clifton vicinity, Texas