The Lee Building
Constructed before 1875, as quarters for ordnance sergeant. Leased in 1948 by Maverick County Historical Society under leadership of Mmes. C. O. Ostrom, A. H. Evans, S. P. Simpson. After restoration, it was dedicated during Eagle Pass Centennial Celebration, Oct. 1949, for use as a museum and meeting hall. Name honors Robert E. Lee, who visited here 1860 as commander U.S. 2nd Cavalry, Department of Texas; later general in Civil War. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1968
28.7026° N, 100.5029° W
Where to Find It
Fort Duncan Museum, in Fort Duncan Park, NW corner Bliss and Shafter streets. Marker reported missing Jan. 2011.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi S Fort Duncan Eagle Pass
- 0.1 mi NW Fort Duncan Eagle Pass
- 0.2 mi W Fort Duncan Infantry Barracks Eagle Pass
- 0.2 mi N Camp Rabb and Fort Duncan, C.S.A.
- 0.3 mi NW Shelby's Flag Burial Eagle Pass
- 0.4 mi N Eagle Pass, C.S.A.