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Christopher Columbus Italian Society Hall

San Antonio, Bexar County

Marker Text

Constructed by the Christopher Columbus Italian Society in 1927 to complement the San Francesco Di Paoa Catholic Church next door, this building was dedicated in January 1928. Designed by Richard Vander Stratten and built by Luigi L. Guido and Vincezo Falbo, the hall is a fine example of the classial form, with decorative brick work, pilasters, and stone detailing. It serves as the social and cultural center of San Antonio's Italian-American Communty.

Marker Details

Address 201 Piazza Halia
Location Description
Marker # 848
Dedicated 1992
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code fraternal organizations; Italian immigrants/immigration; buildings; Classical Revival (architectural style); design and construction; Roman Catholic denomination
Latitude, Longitude 29.431978, -98.499066

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