Brownsville in Cameron County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
The Jean B. Eckhoff Memorial Chimes
Photographed by Dave W, March 14, 2026
1. The Jean B. Eckhoff Memorial Chimes Marker
These chimes rang for the first time on September 1, 1991 to commemorate the beginning of the partnership between Texas Southmost College and the University of Texas at Brownsville. They ring thereafter to remind us of Jean Eckhoffs devoted years of service to the students of Texas Southmost College.
1982-1991
Physical Facilities Committee Chair
1984-1986
Policy Committee Chair
1986-1989
Secretary to the Board
1982-1991
Erected by Texas Southmost College.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. In addition, it is included in the Historic Bells series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1982.
Location. 25° 53.953′ N, 97° 29.5′ W. Marker is in Brownsville, Texas, in Cameron County. It can be reached from May Street south of International Blvd. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1701 May St, Brownsville TX 78520, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in South Texas. It is also in the American South and on the Gulf Coast. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Jack L. Knight Congressional Medal of Honor (a few steps from this marker); History of 124th Cavalry (within shouting distance of this marker); Dedicated to the Memory of William Crawford Gorgas (within shouting distance of this marker); African American Troops at Fort Brown (within shouting distance of this marker); William Crawford Gorgas (within shouting distance of this marker); Post Morgue (within shouting distance of this marker); Post Hospital (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named Post Hospital (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Brownsville.
Photographed by Dave W, March 14, 2026
2. The Jean B. Eckhoff Memorial Chimes Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on March 16, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 15, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. This page has been viewed 13 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 15, 2026, by Dave W of Co, Colorado. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
