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

Home of Adolphus Sterne

Photographed By Jeff Leichsenring, April 24, 2023

1. Home of Adolphus Sterne Marker

Inscription. A pioneer citizen of Nacogdoches. Born in Cologne, Germany, April 5, 1801. Alcalde at Nacogdoches under the Mexican Government, member of the Congress of the Republic of Texas. Died March 27, 1859. Buried in Nacogdoches. Here General Sam Houston made his home both before and after his marriage. The door of Adolphus Sterne was ever open to all the world.

Erected 1936 by State of Texas. (Marker Number 9356.)

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the Texas 1936 Centennial Markers and Monuments series list. A significant historical date for this entry is March 27, 1859.

Location. 31° 36.035′ N, 94° 39.047′ W. Marker is in Nacogdoches, Texas, in Nacogdoches County. Marker is on South Lanana Street, on the left when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 211 S Lanana Street, Nacogdoches TX 75961, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The New Orleans Greys (within shouting distance of this marker); Site of Bivouac and Banquet for The New Orleans' Greys (within shouting distance of this marker); Eugenia Sterne Park (within shouting distance of this marker); "The Treaty" (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line);

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