Waxahachie in Ellis County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Williams-Erwin House

Photographed by Jeff Leichsenring, August 30, 2024

1. Williams-Erwin House Marker

Inscription. Erected in 1893 for Edward Williams, this Victorian home reflects the affluence of local cotton merchants during the late 19th century. Waxahachie contractor C.J. Griggs supervised the construction. Beaded boards and shingling decorate the exterior walls, and elaborate Eastlake style detailings adorns the porch. Williams sold the house in 1902 to R.K. Erwin, another prominent businessman. The Erwin family owned it until 1943. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1978

Erected 1978 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 7063.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1893.

Location. 32° 23.662′ N, 96° 50.874′ W. Marker is in Waxahachie, Texas, in Ellis County. It is on West Marvin Avenue east of Bryson Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 412 W Marvin Ave, Waxahachie TX 75165, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the Prairies & Lakes Region

and in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metropolitan Area.

Globally, it is in North America,

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a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the Republic of Texas,

and one of the Confederate States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: First United Methodist Church of Waxahachie (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); 1918 Waxahachie High School (about 800 feet away); Site of Marvin College (approx. 0.3 miles away); St. Paul's Episcopal (approx. 0.4 miles away); Central Presbyterian Church (approx. 0.4 miles away); H.P. and Mollie McCartney House (approx. 0.4 miles away); Presiding Elder's House (approx. 0.4 miles away); Site of a Confederate Powder Mill (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Waxahachie.

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Photographed by Jeff Leichsenring, August 30, 2024

2. Williams-Erwin House

Credits. This page was last revised on August 31, 2024. It was originally submitted on August 30, 2024, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. This page has been viewed 591 times since then and 69 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 30, 2024, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.