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M.S. and Cora Alice Perry House

Bay City, Matagorda County

Marker Text

An architectural hybrid incorporating colonial revival and Queen Anne style elements, the M. S. (1872-1919) and Cora Alice (1883-1970) Perry House was erected in 1917 and 1918. A prominent community leader, Perry was the principle owner of Le Tulle Mercantile Co. The Perrys designed the home with their builder, George Schultz. The home, intended to resist turbulent coastal weather, was constructed of layered 1" x 12" boards and concrete stucco. After years as apartments, it was restored in the 1970s. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1997

Marker Details

Address 2504 Ave. I
Location Description SW corner Avenue I and 3rd Street. Marker is on the porch on private property.
Marker # 12067
Dedicated 1997
Size, Type RTHL medallion and plate
Code houses, residential buildings; Queen Anne (Architectural style); Classical Revival (architectural style); women
  • Private Property:

    True
  • Latitude, Longitude Exact Lat/Lon Unknown

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