Details for Shiner Opera House
Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5285004685
Data
| Marker Number | 4685 |
| Atlas Number | 5285004685 |
| Marker Title | Shiner Opera House |
| Index Entry | Shiner Opera House |
| Address | |
| City | Shiner |
| County | Lavaca |
| UTM Zone | 14 |
| UTM Easting | 677430 |
| UTM Northing | 3257092 |
| Subject Codes | buildings; opera houses and theatre; design and construction |
| Marker Year | 1979 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark | Yes |
| Marker Location | 7th Street and Avenue D, Shiner |
| Private Property | No |
| Marker Condition | In Situ |
| Marker Size | 16" x 12" Plate & Medallion |
| Marker Text | William Wendtland (1856-1951) and Louis Wagener (1855-1936) built this structure in 1895. William Koch (1857-1928) enlarged the building with a rear addition in 1915. "The Opera House Saloon" and later other businesses occupied the lower floor. The opera house, located on the top floor, was the site of theatrical productions, social gatherings, dances, political rallies, and lodge meetings. Until the 1920s, the opera house was Shiner's main public auditorium. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1979 |