Chapman Family Home
Historical marker location:Pre-Civil War home, built about 1858; restored in 1888. Foundation is of native bois d'arc blocks; set and capped with hand-hewn sills.
Three 20-foot rooms have front porch door entrances. Kitchen is 20 by 20 feet.
Residence remained in Chapman family until 1954.
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark (RTHL) 1965
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