Mathis House
John M. Mathis (1831-1922) had this home built for his family in 1868-69. Instrumental in platting the town of Rockport, he served as its first mayor in 1870. In 1880 he deeded the house to his cousin, Thomas H. Mathis (1834-1899), a leading rancher, shipper, and banker. Exhibiting Italianate, Classical, and Greek Revival details, the raised cottage features a center passage plan, arcaded basement, and entry portico with paired fluted columns. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1989
28.0198° N, 97.0549° W
Where to Find It
621 S. Church Street, Rockport.
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi N Moore House Rockport
- 0.1 mi S Hynes-Balthrope House Rockport
- 0.2 mi NE First Methodist Church of Rockport Rockport
- 0.2 mi E Baylor-Norvell House Rockport
- 0.2 mi E Sorenson-Stair Building Rockport
- 0.3 mi NE Site of Aransas Hotel Rockport