Wills Point in Van Zandt County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Rose Fountain

Photographed By Larry D. Moore, June 17, 2018

1. Rose Fountain Marker

Inscription. German brothers B. W. and Isaac Edward “Ike” Rose came to nearby Cedar Grove in 1873 and the same year moved to Wills Point, where they opened Rose Dry Goods Store. In 1884, Ike moved to Dallas and was a successful entrepreneur. B. W. remained in Wills Point. In 1916, Ike and Mayor Henry Gilchrist discussed a gift to the city. Ike chose a fountain, not as a memorial, but as a gift of appreciation to a city he loved. The concrete fountain has a circular base with steps, water troughs, vases, and a central column with globe lights and finial. The iconic fountain serves as a gathering spot, a focus for celebrations, and a welcome to the city’s historic commercial district.

Erected 2011 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 16756.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Man-Made Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1873.

Location. 32° 42.541′ N, 96° 0.475′ W. Marker is in Wills Point, Texas, in Van Zandt County. Marker is at the intersection of East James Street and North 4th Street (Farm to Market Road 47), on the right when traveling east on East James Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Wills Point TX 75169, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Brick Streets of Wills Point (here, next to this marker); First Baptist Church

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Bruce & Human Drug Company (within shouting distance of this marker); Wynne & Wynne Law Office (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); First Christian Church of Wills Point (about 300 feet away); First National Bank of Wills Point (approx. 0.2 miles away); McKain Family Home (approx. 0.2 miles away); Russell Memorial United Methodist Church (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Wills Point.

Rose Fountain Marker Area image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Larry D. Moore, June 17, 2018

2. Rose Fountain Marker Area

The Rose Fountain image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Larry D. Moore, June 17, 2018

3. The Rose Fountain

Credits. This page was last revised on July 3, 2018. It was originally submitted on July 3, 2018, by Larry D. Moore of Del Valle, Texas. This page has been viewed 412 times since then and 62 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 3, 2018, by Larry D. Moore of Del Valle, Texas. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.