Details for Henry Allen Pennington House
Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5225011223
Data
Marker Number | 11223 |
Atlas Number | 5225011223 |
Marker Title | Henry Allen Pennington House |
Index Entry | Pennington, Henry Allen |
Address | CR 2245 |
City | Grapeland |
County | Houston |
UTM Zone | 15 |
UTM Easting | 253933 |
UTM Northing | 3484556 |
Subject Codes | pioneers; residences |
Marker Year | 1985 |
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark | Yes |
Marker Location | 7 miles west of Grapeland on FM 227, then north on CR 2245 |
Private Property | No |
Marker Condition | In Situ |
Marker Size | 16" x 12" |
Marker Text | Built in 1889 as a dog trot cabin with four rooms, this house originally served as the residence of the Henry Allen Pennington family. Houston County native Pennington (1853-1925) and his wife, Mary (Beeson) (1851-1937), had ten children. In 1892, they added a kitchen, dining area, and short hall. The central hallway was enclosed in 1928. The Pennington house is a good reflection of East Texas pioneer architecture. It remained in the family for nearly 100 years. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1985 |