Salado in Bell County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Welcome to Historic Salado College Park
Photographed By James Hulse, December 6, 2022
1. Welcome to Historic Salado College Park Marker
The ruins at the top of the hill represent an institution key to the founding and development of Salado. The property went unused after its destruction by fire in 1924. In 1973, the Robertson Colony-Salado College Foundation formed and placed it into trust to create a public park "...in memory of the gallant pioneer and worthy men and women of Texas." Plaques on the hill will tell of the story of Salado and its founders.
Progress & Preservation of the Site
In 1989 and 1991, the Salado Historical Society excavated the foundation footprint, removed debris, and stabilized the ruins left by the 1924 fire.. In the 1990s the Salado College Foundation added a rock fence, iron gates, and a statue of Col. E. S. C. Robertson. In 2011, the foundation reorganized and remains dedicated to development of a public park centered around the Salado College ruins.
The development and maintenance of the park are dependent on support from individuals and organizations dedicated to the preservation of Texas history.
Look for Other Markers in the Park
Markers in the park are in memory of descendants of Col. E.S.C. Robertson who contributed to preservation of this site. There are Texas Historical Commission and Daughters of the American Revolution markers.
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In March 2012 the Archeology Divison of the Texas Historical Commission and students from Baylor University excavated the base of the well that supplied water to Salado College (on south side of ruin). The picture of the old pump dates to 1917.
Captions
Left Middle: Foundation medallion with seal, designed in 1973, and bell tower. Presented to donors and supporters of the Historic Salado College Park.
Upper Right: Robertson Colony-Salado College Foundation Board of Directors and Advisors, 2012
Lower Right: Walk Path for Historic Salado College Park
Erected by Robertson Colony-Salado College Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Anthropology & Archaeology • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1924.
Location. 30° 56.503′ N, 97° 32.231′ W. Marker is in Salado, Texas, in Bell County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of South Main Street (Farm to Market Road 2268) and College Hill Drive, on the right when traveling north. The marker is located at the north side of the college ruins in Salado College Park. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 520 South Main Street, Salado TX 76571, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker
Photographed By James Hulse, December 6, 2022
2. The Welcome to Historic Salado College Park Marker at the front entrance gate of the park
Also see . . . Salado College. Salado Museum and College Park
Salado College Park is the location of the ruins and grounds of Salado College. Plaques throughout the park tell the story of the College built here in 1859 by visionaries who established a facility for students from elementary grades through two years of college based on the then unheard of belief that both men and women deserve equal access to higher education in a nondenominational setting.(Submitted on December 16, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)
Credits. This page was last revised on December 16, 2022. It was originally submitted on December 16, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 121 times since then and 37 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 16, 2022, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
