Amarillo in Potter County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
St. Mary's Academy
Photographed By Bill Kirchner, November 18, 2015
1. St. Mary's Academy Marker
Inscription.
St. Mary's Academy. . Established by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1899, St. Mary's Academy was originally located in Clarendon (60 mi. SE). In 1913 the institution was moved to Amarillo through the efforts of The Rev. David H. Dunn and the local Knights of Columbus council. The original section of this three-story brick schoolhouse was completed the same year. Later additions were constructed to accommodate the school's growth. Operated by the Amarillo Diocese since 1945, St. Mary's Academy has played a vital role in the educational development of the area.
Established by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1899, St. Mary's Academy was originally located in Clarendon (60 mi. SE). In 1913 the institution was moved to Amarillo through the efforts of The Rev. David H. Dunn and the local Knights of Columbus council. The original section of this three-story brick schoolhouse was completed the same year. Later additions were constructed to accommodate the school's growth. Operated by the Amarillo Diocese since 1945, St. Mary's Academy has played a vital role in the educational development of the area.
Erected 1982 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 5059.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. A significant historical year for this entry is 1899.
Location. 35° 12.153′ N, 101° 50.935′ W. Marker is in Amarillo, Texas, in Potter County. Marker is on South Washington Street, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1200 South Washington Street, Amarillo TX 79102, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on December 15, 2015, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 363 times since then and 14 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on December 15, 2015, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona.
