Palestine in Anderson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Home of Congressman and Mrs. Alexander W. Gregg

Photographed By James Hulse, April 25, 2024

1. Home of Congressman and Mrs. Alexander W. Gregg Marker

Inscription. Honored National Statesman from Palestine, congressman A.W. Gregg (1855-1919) lived in this house at height of his career. Gregg, member of a distinguished southern family, graduated from University of Virginia School of Law; practiced in Palestine; was in state senate, 1886-1888. Serving in U.S. Congress 1903-1919, he was instrumental in securing sea wall to protect Galveston from such devastation as that of 1900 Hurricane.

Congressman Gregg married (first) Mary Bridges and (second) Mary Brooks. Had four children. House was built 1886-1892.

Marker donated by Col. Perry E. Taylor

Erected 1970 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 8762.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1900.

Location. 31° 45.54′ N, 95° 37.95′ W. Marker is in Palestine, Texas, in Anderson County. Marker is on South Magnolia Street north of West Reagan Street, on the left when traveling north. The marker is located in front of the house by the street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 421 S Magnolia St, Palestine TX 75801, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. First Methodist Church of Palestine (a few steps from this marker); The Bowers Mansion

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(about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Site of McKnight Plaza (approx. ¼ mile away); Kolstad Jewelers (approx. ¼ mile away); Palestine Post Office and Federal Building (approx. ¼ mile away); Sacred Heart Church (approx. 0.3 miles away); Palestine High School (approx. 0.3 miles away); Robert (Bob) Knight (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Palestine.

Also see . . . Gregg, Alexander White (1854–1919). Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) (Submitted on May 2, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.)

The Home of Congressman and Mrs. Alexander W. Gregg and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By James Hulse, April 25, 2024

2. The Home of Congressman and Mrs. Alexander W. Gregg and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on May 2, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 1, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 47 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 2, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.