Palacios in Matagorda County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
The Pleasure Pavilion
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Photographed by Dave W, January 31, 2026
1. The Pleasure Pavilion Marker
Construction of the pavilion began in June 1904. It became the social center of the town, offering such activities as swimming, dancing, skating, and basketball. It was damaged by several hurricanes and razed in 1935.
In the same year it was replaced by the Round House which continued to be the focal point of community activities, especially during the war years of the 1940's and the early 1950's. Hurricane Carla destroyed this pavilion in 1961.
In 1988, a new roof was constructed on the existing foundation, which blew off in Hurricane Claudette in 2003.
Erected by Palacios Preservation Association. (Marker Number 8.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Disasters • Entertainment • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1904.
Location. 28° 41.968′ N, 96° 12.964′ W. Marker is in Palacios, Texas, in Matagorda County. It is on South Bay Boulevard west of 4th Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 408 S Bay Blvd, Palacios TX 77465, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the American South and on the Gulf Coast. 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: A Brand New Town is Born (a few steps from this marker); On the Move (a few steps from this marker); Bigger and Better
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Another marker is no longer nearby. Old Palacios Hotel (was a few steps from this marker but has been confirmed missing).
Photographed by Dave W, January 31, 2026
2. The Pleasure Pavilion Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 19, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 24 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 19, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
