Details for Schmid Bros. Building
Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5477008392
Data
| Marker Number | 8392 |
| Atlas Number | 5477008392 |
| Marker Title | Schmid Bros. Building |
| Index Entry | Schmid Building |
| Address | 103 W. Commerce |
| City | Brenham |
| County | Washington |
| UTM Zone | 14 |
| UTM Easting | 750401 |
| UTM Northing | 3340465 |
| Subject Codes | buildings; Business topics, general |
| Marker Year | 1993 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark | Yes |
| Marker Location | 103 W. Commerce, Brenham |
| Private Property | No |
| Marker Condition | In Situ |
| Marker Size | Medallion and Plate |
| Marker Text | Swiss immigrant Josef Schmid began a mercantile business in Brenham in 1880. He was joined by his brothers Benjamin and Sigmund to form Schmid Bros. in 1889, and in 1899-1900 they erected this building to house their business enterprises. Built in the Renaissance revival style, it features multi-bay configurations on both floors and round-arched windows with hood moldings. Sold by Schmid Bros. in 1934, it has remained a vital part of Brenham's business district. |