French Legation
N 30° 16.015 W 097° 43.934
14R E 621949 N 3349042
The state historic marker on the former French Legation building on San Marcos St. in Austin, now part of a museum
Waymark Code: WMTJ93
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 11/28/2016
Views: 2
This building was the home of the French legation to the Republic of Texas. Is located in a small park operated by the daughters of the Republic of Texas on San Marcos St. in East Austin.
Marker Number: 14828
Marker Text:
Erected in the year 1841 by Conte Alphonse Dubois De Saligny, Charge D'Affaires for King Louis Philippe of France, to the Texas Republic. He lived here 1841-1842.
House constructed of Bastrop pine, in Louisiana bayou style. Furnishings include several pieces once owned by Saligny.
Purchased by State of Texas in 1945. Placed in custody of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, who restored the house and maintain the property.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967
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