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Marfa, Presidio County

Marker Text

A landmark of the Big Bend. Large dome is visible for miles. Constructed of native stone and brick made at Marfa. Stucco added later. Built 1886 in this county's third seat of justice. First county seat was Fort Leaton, on the Rio Grande; second, Fort Davis. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1964.

Marker Details

Address
Location Description SH 17 North at Highland Rd., Marfa
Marker # 4117
Dedicated 1964
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code courthouses
Latitude, Longitude 30.31381, -104.021905

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