Marlin in Falls County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Allen House

Photographed By James Hulse, October 26, 2022

1. Allen House Marker

Inscription. Built in 1911 as a residence for the family of Dr. Walter and Nettie (Falconer) Allen, this Greek Revival style house features a giant entablature supported by paired massive ionic columns. The house was occupied by members of the Allen family until 1956. The following year, after Nettie Allen's death, her sister in law, Hazel Bennett Falconer donated the house for use as a community and social center. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1991

Erected 1991 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 126.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1911.

Location. 31° 18.533′ N, 96° 53.886′ W. Marker is in Marlin, Texas, in Falls County. Marker is at the intersection of Ward Street and Church Street, on the left when traveling north on Ward Street. The marker is located at the front entrance to the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 305 Ward Street, Marlin TX 76661, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Marlin (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Early Hilton Hotel (approx. 0.2 miles away); Falls County Courthouse (approx. 0.2 miles away); Falls County World War II Memorial

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(approx. 0.2 miles away); Hot Mineral Water (approx. 0.2 miles away); The First Presbyterian Church of Marlin (approx. 0.2 miles away); First Baptist Church of Marlin (approx. ¼ mile away); First United Methodist Church (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Marlin.

Photographed By James Hulse, October 26, 2022

2. Allen House Marker

The view of the Allen House from the street image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, October 26, 2022

3. The view of the Allen House from the street

Credits. This page was last revised on October 28, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 28, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 174 times since then and 53 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 28, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.