Weatherford in Parker County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Twentieth Century Club
For the first several years of the club's existence, the group met in members' private homes. In 1916, property at the northeast corner of South Main and East Lee streets was purchased for the building of a clubhouse. Although World War I delayed construction, the modest structure was completed in 1923 and provided a meeting room, kitchen and restroom, a library and an enlarged meeting room with a raised stage were completed in 1941. During World War II, the club hosted a USO Club for troops from nearby Fort Wolters.
Community outreach has been an important aspect of the Twentieth Century Club's activities since its formation. In 1966, the club spearheaded the restoration and beautification project at Holland Lake. The group offers local scholarships, provides books and school supplies to Weatherford Independent School District, and supports several community organizations such as Meals on Wheels and dental health for Parker County. The clubhouse has been the site of political forums, weddings, anniversaries and recitals. Fledgling church congregations have also been invited to meet at the facility. Originally a rectangular plan frame building with paired windows, a cross-gabled addition on the west elevation in 1941 doubled the size of the facility.
Erected 2010 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 16456.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1900.
Location. 32° 45.29′ N, 97° 47.835′ W. Marker is in Weatherford, Texas, in Parker County. Marker is at the intersection of South Main Street and East Lee Avenue, on the right when traveling north on South Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 321 S Main Street, Weatherford TX 76086, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. First United Methodist Church of Weatherford (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Woolfolk-McCall House (approx. 0.2 miles away); James Claude Wright House (approx. 0.2 miles away); Franco-Texan Land Company Building (approx. ¼ mile away); Governor S.W.T. Lanham (approx. ¼ mile away); All Saints' Episcopal Church (approx. ¼ mile away); Parker County Confederate Veterans Memorial (approx. ¼ mile away); Parker County, C.S.A. (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Weatherford.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 23, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 22, 2023, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. This page has been viewed 91 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 22, 2023, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.