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President's House

Stephenville, Erath County

Marker Text

This home was built on the Tarleton State University campus in 1923 to serve as the residence of the college's chief executive officer. Originally called the Dean's Home, it was first occupied by the family of J. Thomas Davis, who is credited with designing the house. Exhibiting Mediterranean style influences, the home was built of native stone by local and student workers at a cost of $8,000. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1988

Marker Details

Address Military Dr.
Location Description Tarleton State University campus, Trogdon House. Marker is SW of Military Dr. circle (SW of N. McIlhaney and W. Tarleton streets), house is 100 feet SW of the marker.
Marker # 4115
Dedicated 1988
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code educational topics; houses, residential buildings; Mediterranean (architectural style)
Latitude, Longitude 32.21622, -98.215954

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