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Schuerenberg House

Brenham, Washington County

Marker Text

Local blacksmith and hardware merchant Frederick William Schuerenberg, II, and his wife, Bertha Reichardt, lived in this house with their family. Built in 1895 by local contractor Alex Griffin, the house is an excellent example of the Queen Anne style. Hallmark features include a 7-bay wraparound porch, decorative wood detailing, and a turret. The house remained in the family until 1993. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1996

Marker Details

Address 503 W. Alamo
Location Description 503 W. Alamo St., Brenham
Marker # 8393
Dedicated 1996
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code houses, residential buildings; Queen Anne (Architectural style)
Latitude, Longitude 30.163882, -96.403631

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