Round Rock in Williamson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
William M. Owen House Complex
Photographed By Keith Peterson
1. William M. Owen House Complex Marker
The earliest structure in this complex is the one-story stone building, constructed about 1853. It originally housed a mercantile store and the first permanent post office for Round Rock, both operated by Thomas C. Oatts, the town’s first postmaster. Built on the pioneer road from Austin to Georgetown, it was part of Round Rock’s early development. The two-story home was built about 1870 and for many years was the residence of Dr. William M. Owen, a prominent local physician and businessman. Both buildings reflect the style of other area structures of the 19th century.
Erected 1982 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 9315.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1853.
Location. 30° 30.904′ N, 97° 41.388′ W. Marker is in Round Rock, Texas, in Williamson County. Marker is on Chisholm Trail Road. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 900 Chisholm Trail Rd, Round Rock TX 78681, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Round Rock (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Barker House (approx. ¼ mile away); Round Rock Cemetery (approx. 0.4 miles away); Slave Burial Ground in Old Round Rock Cemetery
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Also see . . . William M. Owen House, Old Round Rock Post Office and St. Charles Hotel. Williamson County Historical Commission (Submitted on March 25, 2018, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas.)
Photographed By Keith Peterson, June 24, 2018
2. William M. Owen House Complex
Photographed By Keith Peterson, June 24, 2018
3. William M. Owen House Complex Marker
Wide area view of marker.
Photographed By Keith Peterson
4. Single-Story Stone Building
Originally housed a mercantile store and the first permanent post office for Round Rock.
Photographed By Keith Peterson
5. William M. Owen Home
A portion of the marker is visible to the far right in this view.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 29, 2020. It was originally submitted on November 28, 2009, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. This page has been viewed 1,389 times since then and 33 times this year. Last updated on May 29, 2011, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. Photos: 1. submitted on November 28, 2009, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. 2. submitted on June 24, 2018, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. 3. submitted on June 25, 2018, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. 4, 5. submitted on November 28, 2009, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
