Clarksville in Austin in Travis County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Mathews School
Photographed by Keith Peterson, July 15, 2007
1. Mathews School Marker
In 1916, the Austin School District built three elementary schools, including two identical ones: Metz on the east side of town and Mathews on the west. Architect Dennis R. Walsh designed both schools, but only Mathews remains in use. Named for Dr. William J. Mathews, a physician and original school board member, the building has several additions, including a 1930s renovation by the firm of Giesecke and Harris. The central faηade remains intact, with symmetrical composition reflecting a simplified classical style. Features include squared brick pilasters and a pedimented entry.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2006
Erected 2006 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 13654.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1916.
Location. 30° 16.691′ N, 97° 45.647′ W. Marker is in Austin, Texas, in Travis County. It is in Clarksville. It is on West Lynn Street 0.1 miles south of West 9th ½ Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 906 W Lynn Street, Austin TX 78703, 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: Clarksville (approx. Ό mile away); Confederate Men's Home
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Another marker is no longer nearby. King-Von Rosenberg House (was approx. 0.4 miles away but has been confirmed missing).
Also see . . . Mathews Elementary School. (Submitted on January 2, 2010, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas.)
Photographed by Keith Peterson, July 15, 2007
2. Mathews School and Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 2, 2010, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. This page has been viewed 1,956 times since then and 54 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 2, 2010, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
