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Silsbee Ice Plant

Silsbee, Hardin County

Marker Text

The Silsbee Ice, Light, and Power Co., bought by Gulf States Utility Co. in 1926, grew rapidly after relocating to this structure in 1930. With a new spur track of the Gulf, Colorado, & Santa Fe Railway in place, the company became a major regional ice distributor. The plant was sold to local businessmen in 1943 and functioned until 1981. Designed by D. H. Paulson, the raised 1-story brick building reflects Spanish Revival stylistic influences in its tiled pent roofs and awnings. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1991

Marker Details

Address 818 Earnest Ave.
Location Description Ice House Museum & Cultural Center
Marker # 11166
Dedicated 1991
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code manufacturing
Latitude, Longitude 30.348569, -94.17726

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