Black plaque № 14836

Black plaque № 14836

First School House. Built in 1852 by J. L. O'Conner at Center Point with cypress logs (12 by 14 inches) cut from nearby Guadalupe River. Mortar was a hand-mixed solution of baked lime and sand dug from local shallow pits. The making of cypress shakes for roofing was first industry along Guadalupe in Kerr County. Cabin served as first school for pioneer Texas children in Center Point community in 1858. Moved to Y.O. Ranch; restored. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967 #1863

by Texas Historical Commission #01863 of the Texas Historical Marker series

Colour: black

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