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Old Federal Building

Victoria, Victoria County

Marker Text

This Italian Renaissance Revival building was constructed in 1911-13 to serve as the United States Post Office and Federal Courthouse. Otto P. Kroeger and Company of San Antonio was the contractor, and James Knox Taylor served as the supervising architect. Federal offices were located here until they moved to a new site in 1961. Four years later, the building became headquarters for Frels Theatres, Inc., a regional entertainment company. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1981

Marker Details

Address 210 E. Constitution St.
Location Description 210 E.Constitution St., Victoria
Marker # 6546
Dedicated 1981
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code buildings; post office; courthouses; design and construction
Latitude, Longitude 28.799312, -97.0049

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