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Historic Houston Street Victorian Cottage

Jefferson, Marion County

Marker Text

Situated near ferry that brought riches to early Jefferson. First known owners (1851): John M. and Nancy Dollehite. A distinguished occupant: Mrs. Ernestine Sterne, 1872-1875 Jefferson postmaster. Restored by Mrs. Katherine R. Wise, owner since 1946. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1970

Marker Details

Address 312 Houston St.
Location Description
Marker # 8050
Dedicated 1970
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code Victorian (architectural term); women
Latitude, Longitude 32.752799, -94.349266

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