Montrose in Houston in Harris County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Fondren Mansion
Photographed By Michael Ray Townsend, Jr., February 26, 2024
1. Fondren Mansion Marker
Designed by noted Texas architect Alfred C. Finn (1883-1964), this house was built in 1923 for the family of Walter W. Fondren (1877-1939), one of the founders of Humble Oil & Refining Company. Built in the Prairie School style, the impressive structure reflects the wealth and influence of its original owner. Prominent features include symmetrical massing of bays, dormers, and chimneys; tile roof; and Sullivanesque friezes on the entry bay and chimney caps.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1989
Erected 1989 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 10666.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1923.
Location. 29° 44.5′ N, 95° 23.486′ W. Marker is in Houston, Texas, in Harris County. It is in Montrose. Marker can be reached from Montrose Boulevard. The marker was previously to the right of the entryway to the mansion. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3410 Montrose Boulevard, Houston TX 77006, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Felix Tijerina (approx. ¼ mile away); Link-Lee House (approx. ¼ mile away); The Blue Bird Circle (approx. 0.3 miles away); Bering Memorial United Methodist Church
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Photographed By Michael Ray Townsend, Jr., February 26, 2024
2. Fondren Mansion
Photographed By Jim Evans, November 15, 2020
3. Fondren Mansion
Credits. This page was last revised on February 27, 2024. It was originally submitted on November 16, 2020, by Jim Evans of Houston, Texas. This page has been viewed 889 times since then and 119 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 26, 2024, by Michael Ray Townsend, Jr. of College Station, Texas. 3. submitted on November 16, 2020, by Jim Evans of Houston, Texas. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
