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Potton-Hayden House
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About this site
Potton-Hayden House is a historic place in Big Spring, Howard County, dedicated in 1975. It is one of 2 historic places documented in Howard County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 17 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 32.2503, -101.4786 near Big Spring. The nearest cataloged historic site is Howard County Courthouse (courthouse), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include First National Bank in Big Spring, Potton House, and Settles Hotel.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #2075001992. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
History
Built in 1901, the Potton-Hayden House in Big Spring was the Victorian home of Joseph Potton, a master mechanic for the Texas & Pacific Railroad, an early civic leader, and the owner of the town's first automobile. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975, and the restored house is now operated as a museum by the Heritage Museum of Big Spring.
Sources: en.wikipedia.orgatlas.thc.texas.gov
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