Burnet in Burnet County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
The Galloway House
Photographed by Keith Peterson, December 23, 2007
1. The Galloway House Marker
The original part of this house was built in 1856. The adobe and rock residence, owned by Maj. Hugh H. Calvert, also served as an inn. Local landowner Enoch Brooks bought the home in 1885 and made major additions to the structure. Significant changes were also made by W. C. Galloway (1856-1936), who became the owner in 1899. A prominent businessman and an organizer of the First State Bank of Burnet, he served as county tax collector and mayor of the city.
Erected 1981 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 9715.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1856.
Location. 30° 45.351′ N, 98° 13.564′ W. Marker is in Burnet, Texas, in Burnet County. It is at the intersection of S Pierce St and E League St, on the right when traveling south on S Pierce St. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Burnet TX 78611, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Hill Country. 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, and one of the Confederate States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Oldest Commercial Building in Burnet (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Badger Building (about 400 feet away); Letter From the Alamo (about 400 feet away); General Adam R. Johnson (about 400 feet away); The Burnet Bulletin (about 400 feet away); Burnet County (about 500 feet away); a different marker also named Burnet County (about 500 feet away); Burnet County Jailhouse (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map
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Regarding The Galloway House. Building is now occupied as the Verandas Guest House.
Photographed by Keith Peterson, December 23, 2007
2. The Galloway House
Credits. This page was last revised on November 25, 2020. It was originally submitted on February 14, 2010, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. This page has been viewed 1,532 times since then and 28 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 14, 2010, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
