Salado in Bell County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Armstrong-Adams House

Photographed By Keith Peterson, February 2, 2008

1. Armstrong-Adams House Marker

Inscription. Dr. David H. Armstrong, who served as one of the first trustees of the Salado public free schools, and his wife, Julia, built this home between 1869 and 1872. It later became the residence of a succession of Salado doctors, including Dr. D.G. Adams and Dr. J.E. Guthrie. The central cottage plan residence features elements of the Greek Revival style, such as the Classical portico with Doric piers over the entryway.

Erected 1985 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 205.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1869.

Location. 30° 56.817′ N, 97° 32.236′ W. Marker is in Salado, Texas, in Bell County. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2 N Main St, Salado TX 76571, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Norton-Orgain House (within shouting distance of this marker); Old Anderson Place (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Dodd's Creek Bridge (about 400 feet away); Home of Wellborn Barton (about 400 feet away); The Salado Walkpath Bridge (about 400 feet away); Home of Orville Thomas Tyler (about 500 feet away); Church Bell (about 800 feet away); Louisa Adeline (Addie) Barton (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Salado.

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Regarding Armstrong-Adams House. Listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

The Armstrong-Adams House and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, August 4, 2022

2. The Armstrong-Adams House and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on August 5, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 28, 2010, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. This page has been viewed 1,129 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on March 28, 2010, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. 2. submitted on August 5, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.