Austin College Building
The Presbyterian Church established Austin College in Huntsville in 1849 and erected this structure in 1851-52. Austin College moved to Sherman in 1876, and in 1879 this building was deeded to the state for use by the newly-established Sam Houston Normal Institute (now Sam Houston State University). The Greek revival-era building features a three-bay front facade, two-story portico, and Doric columns. A third floor, added in 1882, was removed in 1926-27.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
30.7157° N, 95.5500° W
Where to Find It
Near the intersection of 17th St. and University on the Sam Houston State University campus, Huntsville.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi S Austin Hall Huntsville
- <0.1 mi E Peabody Library Building Huntsville
- <0.1 mi N "Old" Main Building Huntsville
- 0.2 mi W Woodland, Home of Sam Houston Huntsville
- 0.2 mi W Houston, Margaret Moffette Lea Huntsville
- 0.2 mi SW Steamboat House