New Braunfels in Comal County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
The Voigt House
Photographed by Jeff Leichsenring, March 18, 2026
1. The Voigt House Marker
On lot deeded in 1845 to New Braunfels schoolmaster Hermann Seele. Fine Mansard-roof house was built 1870 by Dr. John P. Lehde. It has been owned since 1893 by family of Gustav Voigt (1854-1927), and Frank B. Voigt (1892-1951), a state legislator.
Erected 1973 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 5447.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1845.
Location. 29° 42.272′ N, 98° 7.369′ W. Marker is in New Braunfels, Texas, in Comal County. It is at the intersection of East San Antonio Street and S Market Ave, on the right when traveling east on East San Antonio Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 308 E San Antonio St, New Braunfels TX 78130, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Hill Country and in the San Antonio Metropolitan Area. 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: The Eggeling Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Market Plaza (within shouting distance of this marker); Joseph Klein House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Mill Street Telegraph Station (about 600 feet away); Eiband and Fischer General Mercantile (about 700 feet away);
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Photographed by Jeff Leichsenring, March 18, 2026
2. The Voigt House Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 22, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 19, 2026, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. This page has been viewed 12 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 19, 2026, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
