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Denison, Grayson County

Marker Text

Founded Oct. 14, 1890, by ten early social leaders. A charter member, Texas Federation of Women's Clubs. Its 2-story brick hall, built 1896, was the first woman's clubhouse in Texas. Had facilities for music, drama, art. Gave Denison its first free public library, 1896-1935.

Marker Details

Address 241 West Gandy St
Location Description in front of Denison Public Library, 241 W Gandy St
Marker # 11563
Dedicated 1966
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code women, women's history topics; libraries
Latitude, Longitude 33.757309, -96.538841

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