Rockdale in Milam County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Site of Mundine Hotel

Photographed By James Hulse, November 12, 2022

1. Site of Mundine Hotel Marker

Inscription. The Mundine Hotel stood on this site from its construction in 1880 until its destruction by fire in 1888. Completed six years after Rockdale incorporated along the International & Great Northern rail line, the hotel was built near the depot to accommodate rail travelers. John Mundine of Lexington, Texas, built the inn, and it opened in 1881 under the management of Dr. and Mrs. W.A. Brooks. The fire that destroyed the three-story structure also killed 11 of its 13 occupants. Never rebuilt, the Mundine Hotel remains a part of Rockdale's history and its significant association with the railroad.

Erected 2001 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 12567.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Disasters • Industry & Commerce • Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1880.

Location. 30° 39.292′ N, 97° 0.068′ W. Marker is in Rockdale, Texas, in Milam County. Marker is at the intersection of South Main Street and West Milam Avenue, on the right when traveling south on South Main Street. The marker is located along the front wall to the building. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 101 Main Street, Rockdale TX 76567, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. International & Great Northern Railroad Passenger Depot

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(within shouting distance of this marker); Railroads in Rockdale (within shouting distance of this marker); George Sessions Perry (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Old City Cemetery (about 600 feet away); First Christian Church (about 700 feet away); The Kay Theater (approx. 0.2 miles away); First Baptist Church of Rockdale (approx. 0.2 miles away); Matinee Musical Club (approx. ¼ mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Rockdale.

Photographed By James Hulse, November 12, 2022

2. Site of Mundine Hotel Marker

The view of the Site of Mundine Hotel Marker from across the street image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, November 12, 2022

3. The view of the Site of Mundine Hotel Marker from across the street

Credits. This page was last revised on November 17, 2022. It was originally submitted on November 17, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 99 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 17, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.