Seadrift in Calhoun County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
"Train Depot"
Centennial 2012
— City of Seadrift —
Photographed By James Hulse, August 30, 2021
1. "Train Depot" Marker
Constructed approximately 1906 by St. Louis Brownsville Mexican Railway, a subsidiary of the Frisco lines. Depot was in use until 1961, later relocated to present location for preservation and use as a museum and visitor center.Erected by Dow Chemical Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Railroads & Streetcars • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1906.
Location. 28° 24.818′ N, 96° 42.622′ W. Marker is in Seadrift, Texas, in Calhoun County. Marker is at the intersection of South Main Street and St. Louis Avenue, on the left when traveling south on South Main Street. The marker is located in front of the Seadrift Train Depot. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 201 South Main Street, Seadrift TX 77983, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 12 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Seadrift (a few steps from this marker); Seadrift Cemetery (approx. 1˝ miles away); Green Lake (approx. 9.2 miles away); Original Mission Refugio (approx. 9.3 miles away); Cotton Gins of Calhoun County
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Photographed By James Hulse, August 30, 2021
2. The Train Depot and Marker
Photographed By James Hulse, August 30, 2021
3. The view of the Train Depot and Marker from the street
Credits. This page was last revised on September 28, 2021. It was originally submitted on September 28, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 153 times since then and 50 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 28, 2021, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
