Schneider Flour House & Vault
Jean Schneider built a structure at the northwest corner of Guadalupe and Live Oak (later 2nd) streets circa 1860, with the intention of establishing a brewery. His death in 1862 prevented the opening of the business. Jean’s son, Jacob Peter, and his widow, Margarita, opened a store circa 1870 at the same location, and a stone “vault” built by Jean as part of the foundation was used for storage. The Schneider’s built a new store across the street in 1873, and the old store became known as the “Flour House” and was used for storage. A tunnel was later built under 2nd Street, connecting the two buildings. Although the original Schneider store no longer exists, the underground “Vault” remains. (2009)
30.2656° N, 97.7472° W
Where to Find It
NW Cor 2nd and Guadalupe, inside the building
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi SW J. P. Schneider Store Austin
- 0.2 mi E H&TC and I&GN Depots Austin
- 0.2 mi SE Congress Avenue Austin
- 0.2 mi E Southwestern Telegraph & Telephone Bldg. Austin
- 0.2 mi E Original Site of First Methodist Church of Austin Austin
- 0.3 mi SE Austin, C.S.A. Austin