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House Built by A. T. Monroe

Crockett, Houston County

Marker Text

House built by A. T. Munroe, nephew of U.S. president who issued the Monroe Doctrine. Structure is hand-hewn Louisiana heart oak over brick inner walls. Noted as a center of social activities. Since 1911 in the family of prominent attorney George W. Crook. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1965

Marker Details

Address 707 E. Houston
Location Description 707 E. Houston. Also known as George W. Crook Home. 1969 RTHL marker for Monroe-Crook House on same site.
Marker # 11210
Dedicated 1962
Size, Type RTHL medallion and plate
Code houses, residential buildings
Latitude, Longitude 31.318333, -95.454211

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