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Shafer Saddlery

Georgetown, Williamson County

Marker Text

On site of cabin used (1848) as first county courthouse. This frontier saddlery, erected 1870 of hand-cut limestone by John H. Shafer, had living quarters upstairs. Since 1872 occupants have been attorneys, a newspaper, and many other tenants. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1971

Marker Details

Address 711 Main St
Location Description
Marker # 13882
Dedicated 1971
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code
Latitude, Longitude 30.635169, -97.676617

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