McAllen in Hidalgo County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Archer Park
Photographed By James Hulse, April 23, 2023
1. Archer Park Marker
Inscription.
Archer Park. . This one-block-square tract of land was deeded to the city of McAllen for use as a public park in 1917, six years after the town was incorporated. The donor Mayor Oliver Percy Archer (1869-1930), was a prominent local businessman and civic leader. The site was officially named for him in 1933 by the McAllen Board of City Commissioners. From 1936 to 1949 the McAllen Public Library was housed in the basement area of the bandstand. The site of many community activities and celebrations, Archer Park serves as a reminder of the early days of McAllen.
This one-block-square tract of land was deeded to the city of McAllen for use as a public park in 1917, six years after the town was incorporated. The donor Mayor Oliver Percy Archer (1869-1930), was a prominent local businessman and civic leader. The site was officially named for him in 1933 by the McAllen Board of City Commissioners. From 1936 to 1949 the McAllen Public Library was housed in the basement area of the bandstand. The site of many community activities and celebrations, Archer Park serves as a reminder of the early days of McAllen.
Erected 1981 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 194.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1917.
Location. 26° 12.304′ N, 98° 14.02′ W. Marker is in McAllen, Texas, in Hidalgo County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of North Main Street and Ash Avenue. The marker is located in the center of the park next to the bandstand. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 101 North Main Street, McAllen TX 78501, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. McAllen, The Beginning (within shouting distance of this marker); Casa de Palmas (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Site of Casa de Palmas
3. The Archer Park Bandstand located in the center of the park near the marker
Credits. This page was last revised on June 5, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 4, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 140 times since then and 61 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on June 5, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
