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Rochelle Place

Texarkana vicinity, Bowie County

Marker Text

On land settled 1811 and later patented in Republic of Texas by M. H. Janes. Built 1866 by Charles M. Rochelle, husband of Janes' daughter, Elizabeth. Home of their son, state legislator Wm. C. Rochelle, and descendants. Unique fireplace mantel was hand-hewn by slaves. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1966

Marker Details

Address
Location Description 9 miles northwest of Texarkana on Myrtle Springs Rd./Birdwell David Dr.
Marker # 9504
Dedicated 1966
Size, Type 14" x 9"
Code houses, residential buildings
Latitude, Longitude Exact Lat/Lon Unknown

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