Historical Marker

Garrett, William

San Augustine · San Augustine County · Dedicated 1962 · THC Atlas #5405007607

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Marker Inscription

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

About this site

Garrett, William is a historical marker in San Augustine, San Augustine County, dedicated in 1962. It is one of 51 historical markers documented in San Augustine County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 161 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 31.5370, -94.1396 near San Augustine. The nearest cataloged historic site is Moses (cemetery), about 0.5 miles away. Others within a short drive include Perkins, Lewis, and Old Newton.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5405007607. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.

📍 31.5370, -94.1396 · San Augustine, San Augustine County

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