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Lawler Community

Florence, Williamson County

Marker Text

Founded before mid-1800s. Named for early settler L. T. "Uncle Lee" Lawler. Beloved by citizens, for years he leased land free to community for school, church, and cemetery. First school, named for Edward Stevenson (land donor) began before 1872. Now farm and ranch area.

Marker Details

Address 4 mi. E on FM 487, 0.5 mi. N on FM 2843, 0.2 mi. NW on CR 230
Location Description 4 mi. E of Florence on FM 487, 0.5 mi. N on FM 2843, 0.2 mi. NW on CR 230
Marker # 9257
Dedicated
Size, Type 14" x 24"
Code cities and towns
Latitude, Longitude 30.86056, -97.74763

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