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Georgetown High School Building

Georgetown, Williamson County

Marker Text

Built in 1923-24 on the original site of Southwestern University, this structure served as Georgetown High School for over fifty years. Designed by Austin architect Charles H. Page and exhibiting influences of the Spanish Colonial Revival style of architecture, the building features a Baroque entryway with cast stone detailing that includes motifs of shells, flowers, urns, and garlands. A gymnasium was added to the back of the building in the 1940s. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1988

Marker Details

Address 507 E. University Ave.
Location Description 507 E. University Ave., Georgetown
Marker # 9098
Dedicated 1988
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code educational buildings; educational topics; design and construction; Spanish Colonial Revival (Architectural style)
Latitude, Longitude 30.633693, -97.672558

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