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La Quinta de las Piedras (Miguel Menchaca House)

Helotes, Bexar County

Marker Text

Home of Miguel Menchaca, descendant of prominent Canary Islanders who came to texas 1731. Stone villa built in 1850's. In its thick rock walls are "gun-slits" for observation, defense. Spring under house supplied water in times of siege. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1965.

Marker Details

Address 19801 Scenic Loop Rd.
Location Description
Marker # 12539
Dedicated 1965
Size, Type Medallion & plate
Code houses, residential buildings
Latitude, Longitude Exact Lat/Lon Unknown

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