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Old Weather Bureau Building

Abilene, Taylor County

Marker Text

This structure was completed for the Abilene Office of the United States Weather Bureau in 1909. The interior contained living quarters and an observatory for the administrator. The first official in charge here was W. H. Green, who served until 1944. Area weather services were later moved to the airport and the building was used for storage and for business school classes. The exterior features detailing of several architectural styles. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1980

Marker Details

Address 1482 N. 1st St.
Location Description 1482 N. 1st Street, Abilene
Marker # 3833
Dedicated 1981
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code scientific topics; buildings; weather topics
Latitude, Longitude 32.444412, -99.742877

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