Site of the Old Town of Texana
Founded in 1834 by Dr. F. F. Wells, personal friend of Stephen F. Austin. County seat of Jackson County from 1835-1883. Old home of Capt. Clark L. Owen of Civil War fame. Here the following were first organized in Jackson County: Methodist Church in 1838, Masonic Lodge in 1852, Presbyterian Church in 1855. Erected by the State of Texas 1936
28.8986° N, 96.5870° W
Access to this marker is restricted.
Where to Find It
Lavaca-Navidad River Authority offices, 0.1 mi. E of intersection of FM 3131 and FM 1822, SW side of Lake Texana.
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- 6.2 mi NE John Sutherland Menefee Edna
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