Ammon Underwood House
A structure erected in noted old river port town of Marion in Republic of Texas era. First portion, of hand-hewn cedar, was built about 1835 by colonist Thomas W. Nibbs. Merchant-civic leader- soldier Ammon Underwood (1810-87) bought and enlarged house in 1838-39. In 1839 he married Rachel Jane, daughter of William and Catherine Carson, of Austin's original colony. President Anson Jones and other famous Texans often visited the Underwoods. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1970
29.1403° N, 95.6171° W
Where to Find It
Main St., East Columbia
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi S Sweeny-Waddy Log Cabin East Columbia
- <0.1 mi SW Near Site of Dance Gun Shop East Columbia
- 0.1 mi SW Aldridge-Smith Home East Columbia
- 0.1 mi SW Tyler-Bryan-Weems House
- 0.1 mi E Bell's Landing East Columbia
- 0.2 mi E Site of Carry Nation's Hotel East Columbia