Old Rock Saloon - Hillsboro, TX
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member WalksfarTX
N 32° 00.638 W 097° 07.841
14S E 676560 N 3543141
Built in 1876; the oldest structure remaining in Hillsboro. Renovated in 1981-82.
Waymark Code: WMQRNF
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 03/24/2016
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member iconions
Views: 3

Two story rock building across from the courthouse square. This building was a popular spot for cockfighting and gambling as well as drinking. One can only imagine all the forms of larceny, camaraderie, and politics that might have occurred here over the years.

It currently appears to be vacant.
Street address:
58 W. Elm Street
Hillsboro, TX USA
76645


County / Borough / Parish: Hill

Year listed: 1984

Historic (Areas of) Significance: Architecture/Engineering, Event

Periods of significance: 1875-1899

Historic function: Commerce/Trade

Current function: Vacant

Privately owned?: yes

Primary Web Site: [Web Link]

Season start / Season finish: Not listed

Hours of operation: Not listed

Secondary Website 1: Not listed

Secondary Website 2: Not listed

National Historic Landmark Link: Not listed

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