Burnet in Burnet County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Stage Stop Building
Photographed by James Hulse, July 25, 2025
1. Stage Stop Building Marker
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1855.
Location. 30° 45.407′ N, 98° 14.271′ W. Marker is in Burnet, Texas, in Burnet County. It is at the intersection of Buchanan Drive (State Highway 29) and Fort Croghan Drive on Buchanan Drive. The marker is located on the grounds of the Fort Croghan Historical Museum complex. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 703 Buchanan Drive, 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.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Fort Croghan Stone Building (here, next to this marker); Peter Kerr, 1795-1861 (here, next to this marker); Kincheloe Cabin (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort Croghan Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Logan Vandeveer (within shouting distance of this marker); The Lookout Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Site of Fort Croghan (about 500 feet away); Rocky Rest (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Burnet.
Regarding Stage Stop Building. Tips for Stagecoach Travelers - "The best seat inside a stage is the one next to the driver. Even if you have a tendency to seasickness when riding backwards-you'll get over it and will get less jolts and jostling. Don't let any 'sly elph' trade you his mid-seat.
In cold weather don't ride with tight-fitting boots, shoes, or gloves. When the driver asks you to get off and walk do so without grumbling, he won't request it unless absolutely necessary. If the team runs away sit still and take your chances. If you jump, nine
Photographed by James Hulse, July 25, 2025
2. Stage Stop Building and Marker
In very cold weather abstain entirely from liquer when on the road; because you will freeze twice as quickly when under its influence. Don't growl at the food received at the station; stage companies generally provide the best they can get.
Don't keep the stage waiting. Don't smoke a strong pipe inside the coach-spit, on the leeward side. If you have anything to drink in a bottle pass it around. Procure your stimulants before starting, as "ranch" (Stage Depot) whiskey is not "nectar."
Don't swear or lop over neighbors when sleeping. Take small change to pay expenses. Never shoot on the road as the noise might frighten the horses. Don't discuss politics or religion. Don't point out where murders have been committed especially if there are women passengers.
Don't lag at the wash basin. Don't grease your hair, because travel is dusty. Don't imagine for a moment that you are going on a picnic. Expect annoyances, discomfort, and some 'hardship.'
Photographed by James Hulse, July 25, 2025
3. The inside view of the Stage Stop Building
Photographed by James Hulse, July 25, 2025
4. The view of the Stage Stop Building on the grounds of the museum
Credits. This page was last revised on July 27, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 27, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 101 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on July 27, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
