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Potter-Watson Log Cabin

Fairfield, Freestone County

Marker Text

Built about 1852 by Daniel Potter, farmer who tamed wild horses. Has cedar floor, split board roofing joined by pegs. Hewn logs interlock securely. Cabin became family room in house erected by W. A. Potter. He sold it to A. T. Watson of Stewards Mill in 1901. His son Edward M. Watson, rancher and merchant, brought his bride here, 1904. His son Edward, Jr., born in the cabin, gave it to museum for preservation, 1967. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1969

Marker Details

Address Freestone County Museum
Location Description Main and Hall St.
Marker # 9899
Dedicated 1969
Size, Type Medallion & Plate
Code cabins, log houses
Latitude, Longitude 31.725838, -96.158121

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