| Marker Number |
9146 |
| Atlas Number |
5021009146 |
| Marker Title |
Aldridge-Fitzwilliam Home |
| Index Entry |
Aldridge-Fitzwilliam Home |
| Address |
278 SH 304 |
| City |
Bastrop |
| County |
Bastrop |
| UTM Zone |
14 |
| UTM Easting |
658215 |
| UTM Northing |
3330880 |
| Subject Codes |
houses, pioneers; design and construction |
| Marker Year |
1968 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
Yes |
| Marker Location |
Off SH 304 on private property |
| Private Property |
Yes |
| Marker Condition |
Access Restricted |
| Marker Size |
RTHL medallion and plate |
| Marker Text |
Built 1852 on part of league granted in 1831 by the Mexican government to Mozea Rousseau, a member of Austin's 2nd colony.
First portion was erected by John Aldridge, farmer, whose family lived here until about 1865. The 2-story part was built about 1872 by J. W. Fitzwilliam, captain in Confederate army and plantation owner. House is called "Wexford" after town in Ireland where he was born. Home is still owned by the Fitzwilliam family. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1968 |
