The Lynch Building
This was Albany's first stone mercantile store. It was erected in stages, combining Greek revival and Victorian Italianate designs. In 1878, W. H. Miller built one-story east unit, and permitted Albany Masonic Lodge to erect a second story. Local rancher J. C. Lynch in 1881 built the 2-story west unit. The "Live and Let Live" drugstore was an early tenant. L. H. Hill and family owned the property 1896-1974. Clifton Caldwell bought and restored it in 1974-75. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1975.
32.7236° N, 99.2972° W
Where to Find It
Faces courthouse grounds, intersection of SH 6 & Highway 180, Albany
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- 0.1 mi S Hartfield Building Albany
- 0.1 mi S White Elephant Saloon Albany