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Groce Family Plantations |
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Approx. 3.5 miles east of Hempstead on US 290, near Liendo Plantation, Hempstead vicinity,
TX,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
30° 4' 53.05483999992",
-96° 1' 33.35858000004"
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Texas State
Historical Marker |
Pioneers in this Texas area. Had early cotton gin and ferry. Founder of family was Jared E. Groce (1782-1836), who came to Texas in 1822. His large wagon train brought elaborate plantation equipment. Groce built Bernardo and Groce's Retreat. Heirs built Pleasant Hill, Eagle Island and Liendo (the only surviving Groce mansion, 2 mi. NW of here). A contribution of the family to the cause of Texas freedom was providing rations and ferry service to army of Gen. Houston on eve of San Jacinto victory. Descendants have contributed leadership to the state.
This page last updated: 7/15/2008 |
Groce Family Plantations Historical Marker Location Map, Hempstead vicinity, Texas
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