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Georgetown Fire House and Old City Hall

Georgetown, Williamson County

Marker Text

Designed by C.I. Belford and constructed in 1892 by C.W. Schell, this building originally housed the mayor's office, city council chambers, city jail, fire department, and the Georgetown Water Co. Over the years, it also has served as a meeting place for the Second Baptist Church and as chamber of commerce offices. The building, which features some Italianate detailing, is one of few remaining examples of 19th-century city hall-fire stations in Texas. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1984

Marker Details

Address
Location Description 9th and Main
Marker # 13918
Dedicated 1984
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code fire and fire departments; institutional buildings
Latitude, Longitude 30.636098, -97.677533

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