Georgetown in Williamson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Lesesne-Stone Building

(The KGTN Building)

Photographed By Keith Peterson

1. Lesesne-Stone Building (The KGTN Building) Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

This limestone commercial structure was built in 1884 to house the Sanders & Lesesne Drugstore. It remained in use as a pharmacy for the next 76 years. William D. Nichols operated the drugstore from 1887 until 1892. In that year, Dr. Thomas B. Stone acquired the business, which was known as Stone's for more than 50 years. The Georgetown landmark, which exhibits Italianate influences, features arched windows and a pressed metal cornice.

Erected 1983 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 13916.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1884.

Location. 30° 38.189′ N, 97° 40.628′ W. Marker is in Georgetown, Texas, in Williamson County. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 102 W 8th St, Georgetown TX 78626, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Old Dimmitt Building (a few steps from this marker); Ku Klux Klan Trials (within shouting distance of this marker); George Washington Glasscock, Sr. (within

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shouting distance of this marker); Williamson County (within shouting distance of this marker); Williamson County Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); Shafer Saddlery (within shouting distance of this marker); Georgetown Fire House and Old City Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Steele Store - Makemson Hotel Building (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Georgetown.

Photographed By Kayla Harper, February 16, 2019

2. Lesesne-Stone Building (The KGTN Building) Marker

Photographed By Keith Peterson, July 7, 2018

3. Lesesne-Stone Building (The KGTN Building) Marker

Wide view of marker at S Main and E 8th Streets

Lesesne-Stone Building (The KGTN Building) image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Keith Peterson

4. Lesesne-Stone Building (The KGTN Building)

Photographed By Sharon N. Goodman

5. Lesesne-Stone Building (The KGTN Building)

Credits. This page was last revised on November 29, 2020. It was originally submitted on January 4, 2008, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. This page has been viewed 1,233 times since then and 108 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on January 4, 2008, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. 2. submitted on February 17, 2019, by Kayla Harper of Dallas, Texas. 3. submitted on July 7, 2018, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. 4. submitted on January 4, 2008, by Keith Peterson of Cedar Park, Texas. 5. submitted on January 18, 2010, by Sharon N. Goodman of Round Rock, Texas. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.