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George A. Peterson House

Austin, Travis County

Marker Text

This late Victorian, t-plan home was constructed around 1904 for George A. Peterson, a partner with C.O. Lindahl in a grocery and feed business on East 6th Street. The clip-cornered, elaborate front bay is a noteworthy variation of the t-plan which is unusual for East Austin. All windows are one-over-one, double-hung sash and the front porch features spindled balusters, elaborate brackets and a spindled canopy. The Peterson home is a fine example of a once-prolific architectural style in East Austin that displays craftsmanship with distinctive details.

Marker Details

Address 1012 E. 8th Street
Location Description
Marker # 18238
Dedicated 2015
Size, Type RTHL Medallion and Plaque without post
Code houses, residential buildings; Victorian
Latitude, Longitude Exact Lat/Lon Unknown

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