Xi Chapter, Kappa Alpha Order
This fraternity was founded in 1865 by former Confederate soldiers at Washington College in Lexington, Virginia, during the administration of Robert E. Lee. XI Chapter was founded at Southwestern University on November 28, 1883, by Alexander S. Walker and Frederick C. Procter of the Kappa Alpha Chapter at the University of Texas. XI Chapter met secretly until 1887 when faculty anti-fraternity laws were rescinded. The first fraternity house was built in 1895. Throughout its history XI Chapter has produced numerous distinguished alumni. (1983)
30.6356° N, 97.6677° W
Where to Find It
Kappa Alpha fraternity house, Southwestern University campus.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi NE Iota Chapter, Kappa Sigma Fraternity Georgetown
- 0.1 mi S Southwestern University Main Building Georgetown
- 0.1 mi S The Woman's Club of Georgetown Georgetown
- 0.2 mi W C.B. and Lilburn Atkinson House Georgetown
- 0.2 mi SE Hall Named for Laura L. Kuykendall Georgetown
- 0.2 mi SW W. C. Vaden House Georgetown