Friona in Parmer County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
City of Friona
Established 1906 • Incorporated 1928
built 1908,
was moved from beside the tracks
to the park during
the Texas sesquicentennial in 1986.
Moving, restoration, and upkeep
are sponsored by
the Heritage Society
• • •
These columns were part of
Friona's first brick structure,
the old Friona State Bank
at the corner of Main & Fifth,
built 1910 – demolished 1995.
The columns were donated to the
park by St. Esther's Church.
Erected by Community Heritage Society of Friona, Inc.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Parks & Recreational Areas • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1908.
Location. 34° 38.299′ N, 102° 43.1′ W. Marker is in Friona, Texas, in Parmer County. Marker is at the intersection of South Main Street and East 8th Street, on the right when traveling north on South Main Street. Marker is in Friona City Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 723 S Main St, Friona TX 79035, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 13 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Friona (a few steps from this marker); Friona Schools (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Friona's First Barbershop
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Credits. This page was last revised on April 23, 2022. It was originally submitted on April 23, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 93 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 23, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
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