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David Barker House

Houston, Harris County

Marker Text

Constructed in 1910, this was the home of prominent business, civic, and political leader David Barker (1868-1962). The house was completed during Mr. Barker's third year as mayor (1907-1913) of Houston Heights. Outstanding features of the American four-square style house include its wraparound porch with Tuscan columns and denticulated cornice; gabled dormer centered over the facade; and front entry with transom and sidelights. The home remained in the Barker family until 1971. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1990

Marker Details

Address 121 E. 16th St.
Location Description
Marker # 10603
Dedicated 1991
Size, Type 18" x 28"
Code Four Square (Architectural style); houses, residential buildings; municipal official
Latitude, Longitude 29.799902, -95.397228

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