Stephen F. Austin Hotel
N 30° 16.139 W 097° 44.532
14R E 620988 N 3349260
The state historic marker on the south side of the Stephen F. Austin hotel in downtown Austin.
Waymark Code: WMH47M
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 05/19/2013
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The Stephen F. Austin at the corner of 7th St and Congress Ave in downtown Austin is a registered Austin landmark and a state historic treasure.
The Stephen F. is well-known for its historic feel and elegant service. The reputation is well-deserved. :)
Marker Number: 13141
Marker Text:
To meet the needs of the growing Austin Community, T.B. Baker, President of Baker Hotels, opened a hotel in 1924 at this site, previously occupied by the Keystona Hotel. Baker's new facility, initially to be called "The Texas," was named for Stephen F. Austin in response to local interest. Acclaimed Fort Worth firm Sanguinet, Staats and Hedrick designed the Beaux Arts hotel; local architect Roy l. Thomas represented them in its construction. In 1938, five stories were added. After a restoration in 2000, the hotel retains much of its original, classically influenced detailing on the interior and exterior.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2002
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