City Market – Rising Star,TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WalksfarTX
N 32° 05.651 W 098° 57.842
14S E 503394 N 3550875
The building is currently the town's Community Center.
Waymark Code: WM10V18
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 06/24/2019
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member T0SHEA
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Living New Deal

"The WPA approved $8,089 toward the construction of the $18,000 city market. The building was constructed of native stone, 80×120 feet, with 18 foot walls, concrete floor, and metal roof. The purpose was to provide space for the fall fair, storage space for peanuts, and a public market for farmers’ produce."

Project type: Other

Date built or created: 1941

Location: Rising Star, Texas City Market

City: Rising Star

Condition: Good upkeep with a little wear and tear

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