Nacogdoches in Nacogdoches County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Old Nacogdoches University
Photographed By Brian Anderson, April 10, 2021
1. Old Nacogdoches University Marker
Chartered by the Republic of Texas in 1845 to fulfill settlers' ideals for higher education. Financed by public subscriptions. Housed first in military quarters, erected this modified Grecian structure 1858. Occupied by troops in Civil War, it was used by schools until 1930s. Restored in 1960s by friends in Nacogdoches.
Erected 1966 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 15163.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1845.
Location. 31° 36.421′ N, 94° 39.081′ W. Marker is in Nacogdoches, Texas, in Nacogdoches County. Marker is on North Mound Street, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 515 North Mound Street, Nacogdoches TX 75961, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Washington Square (a few steps from this marker); Nacogdoches University (a few steps from this marker); Old Nacogdoches University Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Ancient Mound (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Washington Square (about 600 feet away); Site of the home of Charles S. Taylor
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Also see . . . Nacogdoches University - The Handbook of Texas Online. Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) (Submitted on April 13, 2021, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.)
Photographed By Brian Anderson, April 10, 2021
2. Old Nacogdoches University Marker
Photographed By Brian Anderson, April 10, 2021
3. Old Nacogdoches University Building
Credits. This page was last revised on January 21, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 13, 2021, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 163 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 13, 2021, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.
