Details for Commerce Post Office
Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5231007782
Data
Marker Number | 7782 |
Atlas Number | 5231007782 |
Marker Title | Commerce Post Office |
Index Entry | Commerce Post Office |
Address | 1210 Park St. |
City | Commerce |
County | Hunt |
UTM Zone | 15 |
UTM Easting | 230091 |
UTM Northing | 3682607 |
Subject Codes | post office |
Marker Year | 1991 |
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark | Yes |
Marker Location | Commerce Public Library |
Private Property | No |
Marker Condition | In Situ |
Marker Size | 16" x 12" |
Marker Text | The U. S. Treasury Department began construction of this building in July 1917, during the country's involvement in World War I. Completed in August 1918 after a number of construction delays, it served as the city's main post office facility until 1971. Deeded to the city the following year, it reopened as a public library in 1973. The Georgian revival-style building features a central entry portico and an alternating parapet/balustrade along the roofline. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1991 |