Columbus in Colorado County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Capt. William G. Hunt House
Photographed by Jeff Leichsenring, October 15, 2026
1. Capt. William G. Hunt House Marker
On land originally owned by Bluford DeWeese, founder of Columbus, Capt. William G. Hunt (1813-1898) purchased this house in August 1859, and lived here until his death. He was a Virginian who came to Columbus around 1831, and fought in the 1835 Battle of Gonzales and the subsequent capture of San Antonio. A farmer and trader by occupation, Capt. Hunt also served in the 13th Texas Infantry during the Civil War. He was on the vestry of St. John’s Episcopal Church and donated land for the original church on Milam Street. This house, built around 1858, is considered to be the oldest in Columbus. Multiple renovations occurred over the years, but it retains the basic structure, pine floors and ceilings.
Erected 1973 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 2599.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical month for this entry is August 1859.
Location. 29° 42.513′ N, 96° 32.365′ W. Marker is in Columbus, Texas, in Colorado County. It is at the intersection of Travis Street and Preston Street, on the left when traveling north on Travis
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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: Saint John's Episcopal Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Joseph Jefferson Mansfield (within shouting distance of this marker); Robert Henry Harrison, M.D. (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Columbus Church of Christ (about 400 feet away); The Columbus Tap Railway (about 500 feet away); Hancock-Heller Home (about 500 feet away); Hahn House (about 500 feet away); Harrison-Hastedt House (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Columbus.
Photographed by Jeff Leichsenring, October 15, 2026
2. Capt. William G. Hunt House and marker
Photographed by Jeff Leichsenring, October 15, 2026
3. Capt. William G. Hunt House
Credits. This page was last revised on October 18, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 17, 2026, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. This page has been viewed 7 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 17, 2026, by Jeff Leichsenring of Garland, Texas. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
