McKinney in Collin County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
The Howell House
Photographed by Jesse Nelsen, March 2, 2021
1. The Howell House Marker
Occupied by four generations of the same family, this structure stands on property granted in 1845 to Edward Bradley (1787-1855), a member of the Peters Colony. His daughter Mary Ann (1820-1878) inherited the land. Her husband, merchant Daniel Howell (1821-1878), built the first portion of this residence in 1861-62. Much of the cypress lumber was hauled by wagon from Jefferson. Over the years, additions and remodeling have enlarged the historic house.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1978
Erected 1978 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 6168.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1845.
Location. 33° 11.693′ N, 96° 37.374′ W. Marker is in McKinney, Texas, in Collin County. It is at the intersection of Howell Street and South Bradley Street, on the left when traveling west on Howell Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: McKinney TX 75069, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Prairies & Lakes Region and in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Republic of Texas, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Davis House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); John Martin House (about 300 feet away); The Beverly-Harris House (about 500 feet away); William B. Largent House (about
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Photographed by Jesse Nelsen, March 2, 2021
2. The Howell House and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 4, 2021. It was originally submitted on March 3, 2021, by Jesse Nelsen of Farmersville, Texas. This page has been viewed 719 times since then and 78 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 3, 2021, by Jesse Nelsen of Farmersville, Texas. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
