Monroe-Crook House
N 31° 19.102 W 095° 27.250
15R E 266459 N 3467485
One of two state historic markers for the Monroe-Crook House, now a museum near downtown Crockett, Texas
Waymark Code: WMXFC2
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/06/2018
Views: 5
The Monroe-Crook House is located at 707 E. Houston Avenue, a block east of downtown Crockett.
The waymarked historical marker is the black plate marker that stands on a pole in front of the home.
Marker Number: 11211
Marker Text:
Built 1854 by A.T. Monroe, prominent merchant and grandnephew of U.S. President James Monroe. Style is Greek Revival. Bricks between the inner and outer walls provide insulation and strength. Attorney George W. Crook bought the house in 1911. It is now owned and preserved by his daughter.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1969
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