Downtown in San Antonio in Bexar County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Christopher Columbus Italian Society Hall
Photographed by James Hulse, August 9, 2021
1. Christopher Columbus Italian Society Hall Marker
Constructed by the Christopher Columbus Italian Society in 1927 to complement the San Francesco Di Paola Catholic Church next door, this building was dedicated in January 1928. Designed by Richard Vander Stratten and built by Luigi L. Guido and Vincenzo Falbo, the hall is a fine example of the classical form, with decorative brick work, pilasters, and stone detailing. It serves as the social and cultural center of San Antonio's Italian American community.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1992
Erected 1992 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 848.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1928.
Location. 29° 25.848′ N, 98° 29.928′ W. Marker is in San Antonio, Texas, in Bexar County. It is in Downtown. It is at the intersection of Piazza Italia and Columbus Street, on the right when traveling west on Piazza Italia. The marker is located on the left front side of the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 201 Piazza Italia, San Antonio TX 78207, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in South Texas. 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, and one of the Confederate States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Italian American Community in San Antonio (here, next to this marker); San Francesco Di Paola Catholic Church (a few steps from this marker); San Pedro Creek and the Saga of a City (about 300 feet away, measured in
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Photographed by James Hulse, August 9, 2021
2. Christopher Columbus Italian Society Hall and Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, August 9, 2021
3. The view of the Christopher Columbus Italian Society Hall and Marker from the street
Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 14, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 919 times since then and 79 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 14, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
