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First School House

Mountain Home, Kerr County

Marker Text

Built in 1852 by J. L. O'Conner at Center Point with cypress logs (12 by 14 inches) cut from nearby Guadalupe River. Mortar was a hand-mixed solution of baked lime and sand dug from local shallow pits. The making of cypress shakes for roofing was first industry along Guadalupe in Kerr County. Cabin served as first school for pioneer Texas children in Center Point community in 1858. Moved to Y.O. Ranch; restored. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967

Marker Details

Address
Location Description from Mountain Home take SH 41 approximately 15.2 miles to Y.O. Ranch - marker located at visitor's complex
Marker # 1863
Dedicated 1967
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code educational buildings; educational topics
Latitude, Longitude 30.207238, -99.669917

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