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Aldridge-Fitzwilliam Home

Bastrop, Bastrop County

Marker Text

Built 1852 on part of league granted in 1831 by the Mexican government to Mozea Rousseau, a member of Austin's 2nd colony. First portion was erected by John Aldridge, farmer, whose family lived here until about 1865. The 2-story part was built about 1872 by J. W. Fitzwilliam, captain in Confederate army and plantation owner. House is called "Wexford" after town in Ireland where he was born. Home is still owned by the Fitzwilliam family. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1968

Marker Details

Address 278 SH 304
Location Description Off SH 304 on private property
Marker # 9146
Dedicated 1968
Size, Type RTHL medallion and plate
Code houses, pioneers; design and construction
  • Private Property:

    True
  • Latitude, Longitude 30.098887, -97.358059

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