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Jones Mansion

Canadian, Hemphill County

Marker Text

Prominent area rancher Thomas Stanley Jones, a native of Wales, had this home built in 1910 for his wife, Rosalie (Whaley), and their children. Designed by Amarillo architect E. Wellington, it was the first brick residence constructed in Canadian. Reflecting its builder's prominence in the town, the Classical Revival mansion features monumental Ionic columns, red brick corner quoins, and Renaissance detailing. Recorded Texas Landmark Landmark - 1983

Marker Details

Address 604 E. Main St.
Location Description SE corner E. Main and S. 6th streets. Marker faces S. 6th St.
Marker # 2846
Dedicated 1983
Size, Type 16" x 12"
Code houses, residential buildings; churches; Classical Revival (architectural style); design and construction
  • Private Property:

    Unknown
  • Latitude, Longitude 35.911886, -100.381528

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