Details for Jefferson Playhouse
Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5315008058
Data
| Marker Number | 8058 |
| Atlas Number | 5315008058 |
| Marker Title | Jefferson Playhouse |
| Index Entry | Jefferson Playhouse |
| Address | Henderson and Market St. |
| City | Jefferson |
| County | Marion |
| UTM Zone | 15 |
| UTM Easting | 373719 |
| UTM Northing | 3625107 |
| Subject Codes | |
| Marker Year | 1965 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark | Yes |
| Marker Location | |
| Private Property | No |
| Marker Condition | In Situ |
| Marker Size | Medallion & Plate |
| Marker Text | Built about 1860 by Robert W. Nesmith, a contractor of stage lines. After several changes in ownership, house was purchased 1869 for Sisters of Charity and used as their convent, hospital and school (called St. Mary's). In 1875, property was bought by Sinai Hebrew Congregation of Jefferson. An auditorium was added, and served as the local synagogue until about 1900. Owned and restored by the Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1965 |