Rockport in Aransas County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Richard Henry Wood House
Photographed By Dave W, February 18, 2022
1. Richard Henry Wood House Marker
Born in 1846, Richard Henry Wood was one of the first residents of Rockport. In 1866, Wood partnered with James Doughty and built the first cattle pens, warehouse and wharf at Rockport harbor. Wood ran his business until the 1919 hurricane destroyed many of his holdings. Wood was appointed alderman in 1870 and later served as Mayor of Rockport. He also initiated the Texas Game and Fish Commission in 1907. The 1868 house exhibits many characteristics of Greek revival architecture style, including its white color, columns and wide board and batten siding. Until his death in 1923, Richard Wood's roles as a land developer, rancher and civic leader influenced Rockport’s early development and growth.
Erected 2018 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 19965.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Disasters • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1866.
Location. 28° 1.48′ N, 97° 3.095′ W. Marker is in Rockport, Texas, in Aransas County. Marker is at the intersection of North Magnolia Street and East Cornwall Street, on the right when traveling south on North Magnolia Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 203 North Magnolia Street, Rockport TX 78382, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking
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Photographed By Dave W, February 18, 2022
2. Richard Henry Wood House and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 3, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 17, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 189 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 17, 2022, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
