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Wipprecht House

Bryan, Brazos County

Marker Text

Designed in 1898 by Bryan architect George Washington Jenkins, this home was constructed for Julia Kapp Wipprecht, who was a well-known local philanthropist. Mrs. Wipprecht lived in the home until here 1919 death, after which her son, businessman Walter Wipprecht, moved with his family into the home. The house remained in the Wipprecht family until 1990, when it was sold by Walter's granddaughter. The two-story Queen Anne-style house features a cross-gabled plan, partial-width front porch, textured shingles, and decorative gable and eave detailing. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2010

Marker Details

Address 500 E. 29th St.
Location Description NE corner E. 29th Street and S. Houston Avenue
Marker # 16361
Dedicated 2010
Size, Type RTHL medallion and plate
Code houses; design and construction; Queen Anne architectural style; women's topics; architects
Latitude, Longitude 30.67049, -96.369172

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