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Diedrich Rode Complex

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Fredericksburg, TX, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 30° 29' 29.37924999996", -98° 59' 16.26082000008"
 
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    This group of buildings was constructed by german native Diedrich Rode (1828-1905). The three-story limestone residence was completed in 1880 and featured a third floor storage area for wool and cotton produced on the land. A Lutheran, Rode served as an early minister and held services in the Betkapelle, a prayer chapel on the east side of the second floor. In addition to his ranching, he also taught school. A landmark in the Cherry Spring community, the homesite was sold to Willie Kothe in 1929. It has remained in his family for over 50 years. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1989

This page last updated: 7/15/2008

Diedrich Rode Complex Historical Marker Location Map, Fredericksburg, Texas