Jimmy Ochiltree Sims Home
Born in Orange, J.O. Sims (1874-1961) rose from clerk to board chairman during his long career with the First National Bank. He married Mary Alberta Spooner (1879-1948) in 1899 and built this residence in 1902. Originally located one block from this site, the house was enlarged in 1919. Its simple style contrasts with the ornate mansions built by wealthy lumbermen. The Sims family owned the house until 1977, when it was moved here. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1979
30.0899° N, 93.7381° W
Where to Find It
Heritage House Museum, SE corner W. Division and S. College streets
Nearby Markers
- 0.2 mi N Homesite of Dr. Edgar William Brown Orange
- 0.2 mi NE Henry Jacob Lutcher Orange
- 0.2 mi NE Henry Jacob Lutcher Stark Orange
- 0.2 mi N The City of Orange Orange
- 0.2 mi N Lutcher Memorial Church Building Orange
- 0.2 mi NE William Henry Stark Orange