The Sturgis House
Built 1887 by James N. Harris in a refined Victorian style. Bricks handmade from Brazos River sand are used throughout entire structure and servant's quarters. Walls are 13-inch, solid, with interior plaster directly applied. Roof is the original. Bought 1912 by Mr. and Mrs. James H. Sturgis, whose children James, Jr., Carroll W., and Anna Elizabeth were brought up here. Structure is now preserved by Mr. and Mrs. Carroll W. Sturgis.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
31.5506° N, 97.1405° W
Where to Find It
across from St. Mary's
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi W Saint Mary's Church of the Assumption Waco
- 0.1 mi SE Austin Avenue United Methodist Church Waco
- 0.1 mi NW Columbus Avenue Baptist Church Waco
- 0.1 mi SE Austin Avenue Methodist Church Waco
- 0.2 mi W Rotan-Dosset House Waco
- 0.2 mi E First Presbyterian Church of Waco Waco