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Abraham Levi House

Victoria, Victoria County

Marker Text

Built before Civil War. Had 8 fireplaces, 10 rooms, many porches. Owned 1861-1881 by banker-merchant Abraham Levi, donor charitable fund. In 1865, taken over by U.S. Army of Occupation; used as Reconstruction headquarters, with prison in rear. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1965

Marker Details

Address 403 N. Main Street
Location Description 403 N. Main Street, Victoria.
Marker # 6100
Dedicated 1965
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code houses, residential buildings; Civil War; military topics
Latitude, Longitude 28.801734, -97.005192

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