Southwestern Presbyterian Home and School for Orphans

Orphanage originated in Dallas when First Presbyterian Church women arranged care for four children of a deceased member. Church then decided to found a statewide orphanage, for which D. S. Files family gave this land. Home opened in 1906 with Rev. M. D. McLean as first president. From beginning, home has used modern "Cottage Plan" and has maintained reputation for its outstanding staff, facilities, and program. Home's school was closed in 1957. Orphanage now part of Presbyterian Children's Home and Service Agency.

Southwestern Presbyterian Home and School for Orphans is a historical marker in Itasca, Hill County, dedicated in 1969. It is one of 104 historical markers documented in Hill County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 199 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 32.2063, -97.0835 near Itasca. The nearest cataloged historic site is Presbyterian Childrens Home (cemetery), about 0.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include David S Files, Files Valley, and Turner House.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5217004994. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.