Central Austin in Travis County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
The Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs Headquarters
Photographed by Keith Peterson, July 8, 2007
1. The Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs Headquarters Marker
Dedicated to the pursuit of education and humanitarian programs, the Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs was founded in 1897. The goal of a permanent state headquarters was realized with the construction of this building in the early 1930s. Designed by prominent Dallas architect Henry Coke Knight (1896-1966), it is one of the best examples of Georgian Revival architecture in Texas and features a dominant central two-story portico and fine detailing.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1986
Erected 1986 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 6460.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1897.
Location. 30° 17.267′ N, 97° 44.884′ W. Marker is in Austin, Texas, in Travis County. It is in Central Austin. It is on San Gabriel south of West 24th Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2312 San Gabriel Street, Austin TX 78701, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Central Texas. It is also in the American South. Globally, it is in North America, 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, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Clara Driscoll (here, next to this marker); Dr. Robert Lee "R.L." Moore (approx. 0.2 miles away); Gerhard-Schoch House (approx. ¼ mile away); Edmund and Emily Miller House
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Photographed by Keith Peterson, July 8, 2007
2. The Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs Headquarters and Marker
The marker is to the left of the porch in this view of the Headquarters building.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 21, 2009, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. This page has been viewed 1,432 times since then and 50 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 21, 2009, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
