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William Garrett House

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San Augustine, TX, USA

Latitude & Longitude: 31° 32' 6.98831000016", -94° 8' 22.48625000004"
 
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     William Garrett (1808-84) purchased this land soon after coming to Texas in 1830. In 1861, he erected this two-story house using pine boards from his nearby sawmill. Built by slave labor, the structure had unusual free-standing columns in front and carved mantels over its six fireplaces. Garrett's home was often a stop for travelers on the Old San Antonio Road. The property was sold to Sam Parker in 1904. C. T. and Ruby (Parker) Dorsey are the current (1975) owners. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1962

This page last updated: 7/15/2008

William Garrett House Historical Marker Location Map, San Augustine, Texas