Rockport in Aransas County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Smith-Brundrett House
Photographed By Dave W, February 18, 2022
1. Smith-Brundrett House Marker
Built in 1903 in Old Rockport, this Cottage and Craftsman Style House is an early frame Bungalow surrounded by giant oak trees. In 1920, W.H. Smith, grandson of early Refugio pioneers, bought this house where he lived with his second wife, their four children and his sister. In 1934, John Frederick Brundrett and his wife, Elizabeth, purchased the house. Fred was a rancher and the family ranched on 8,000 acres on Matagorda Island and later on Port Bay. The Brundretts were devout members of the First Presbyterian Church. The Brundretts remained in this house for 53 years, until Fred’s death in 1987 at age 99. This home is a symbol of the generations of influence on local history.
Erected 2014 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 18009.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1903.
Location. 28° 1.868′ N, 97° 3.04′ W. Marker is in Rockport, Texas, in Aransas County. Marker is on North Austin Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 901 N Austin St, Rockport TX 78382, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Joe A. and Bertha Harper House (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Wood-Jackson House (about 700 feet away); Baldwin-Brundrett House
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Photographed By Dave W, February 18, 2022
2. Smith-Brundrett House Marker
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