Calvert in Robertson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Home Area of Chinese Farmers
Photographed by James Hulse, March 3, 2021
1. Home Area of Chinese Farmers Marker
Imported from Asia about 1874 to help in cotton fields, these exotic workers wore queues and attracted much notice. At least 24 families were brought here; many became permanent residents, respected for their good work.
Over 25 ethnic groups settled in Texas - many having preceded the Chinese. Other than American Indians, first permanent Texas settlers were cattle raisers from the Canary Islands. Other migrant groups included Cuban Cigar Makers and European Lace Makers. Given new opportunities, their descendants now are in industry, business, professions.
Erected 1968 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 10912.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Asian Americans • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1874.
Location. 30° 58.69′ N, 96° 40.45′ W. Marker is in Calvert, Texas, in Robertson County. It is at the intersection of Main Street (State Highway 6) and Hanna Street, on the left when traveling north on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 615 Main St, Calvert TX 77837, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Prairies & Lakes Region. It is also in the American South. 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: Building of the Citizens Bank & Trust Co. (within shouting distance of this marker); Town of Calvert (within shouting distance of this marker); Cobbs Market (about
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Photographed by James Hulse, March 3, 2021
2. The Home Area of Chinese Farmers Marker is next to the sidewalk
Photographed by James Hulse, March 3, 2021
3. The view of the Home Area of Chinese Farmers Marker from across the road
The marker is to the left of the red car.
Credits. This page was last revised on September 6, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 7, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 533 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 7, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
