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Washington House (Sycamore Creek Ranch)

Callisburg, Cooke County

Marker Text

Built 1867 by J. R. Washington, with lumber hauled by oxen from Jefferson, Texas. Architecture is Queen Anne period; gingerbread trim. Excellent water facilities made ranch a collection center for cattle prior to trail drives. As home of a cattle industry leader, attracted distinguished visitors, including ranchers Chas. Goodnight and J. C. Loving, and statesman Sam Rayburn. Property in one family five generations. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967

Marker Details

Address 420 Sycamore Creek Road
Location Description Dexter community, CR 103 to Sycamore Creek Ranch gate on private property
Marker # 5722
Dedicated 1967
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code ranches/ranching; houses, residential buildings; Queen Anne (Architectural style)
  • Private Property:

    True
  • Latitude, Longitude 33.864204, -96.96694

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