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

William Hosford House

Built in 1893

Photographed by Mansfieldphoto.com, January 5, 2025

1. William Hosford House Marker

Inscription. This historic house, also known as "The Pink Lady," was originally located on Highway 77 at Butcher Road in Waxahachie, Texas, and is one of the oldest on Founders Row. This elegant two-story, gingerbread-style Victorian home was once painted entirely pink and stood as a standout landmark for well over 100 years at its original location.

Erected by City of Midlothian, Founders Row.

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

Location. 32° 28.955′ N, 96° 59.415′ W. Marker is in Midlothian, Texas, in Ellis County. It is at the intersection of East Avenue G and North 12th Street, on the right when traveling west on East Avenue G. The marker is located on the front wall of the house by the entrance. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 323 E Avenue G, Midlothian TX 76065, 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,

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: Mulkey-Loggins House (a few steps from this marker); C.W. Mertz House (within shouting distance of this marker); The Newton Cabin (approx. ¼ mile away); Midlothian Cemetery (approx. ¼ mile away); Midlothian Presbyterian Church (approx. half a mile away); First United Methodist Church

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(approx. 0.6 miles away); First United Methodist Church of Midlothian (approx. 0.6 miles away); Midlothian Public Schools (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Midlothian.

Credits. This page was last revised on August 29, 2025. It was originally submitted on August 29, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 188 times since then and 86 times this year. Photo 1. submitted on August 29, 2025, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.

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