houses, residential buildings; churches; Classical Revival (architectural style); design and construction
Marker Year
1983
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
Yes
Marker Location
SE corner E. Main and S. 6th streets. Marker faces S. 6th St.
Private Property
Marker Condition
Marker Size
16" x 12"
Marker Text
Prominent area rancher Thomas Stanley Jones, a native of Wales, had this home built in 1910 for his wife, Rosalie (Whaley), and their children. Designed by Amarillo architect E. Wellington, it was the first brick residence constructed in Canadian. Reflecting its builder's prominence in the town, the Classical Revival mansion features monumental Ionic columns, red brick corner quoins, and Renaissance detailing. Recorded Texas Landmark Landmark - 1983