houses, residential buildings; Queen Anne (Architectural style); design and construction; Eastlake; women
Marker Year
1981
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
Yes
Marker Location
524 West Hunt Street, McKinney
Private Property
No
Marker Condition
In Situ
Marker Size
Medallion and Plate
Marker Text
This residence was constructed by local merchant and cotton broker Charles P. Heard (d. 1937) and his wife Sallie (Galbreath) (d. 1949), McKinney philanthropists. Designed by architect John Martin, it was completed in 1893. The exterior features details of the Queen Anne and Eastlake styles in the design of the porch and the use of intricate woodwork. Family members continued to live here until the 1970s. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1980 Incise on base: Exterior restored by John O. and Carol E. Finch - 1980
