Historical Marker
O. W. Parker Ranch Headquarters
Historical marker location:
Iraan, Texas
( 2 miles east of Iraan on US 190, then 2 miles north on CR 310)
Marker installed: 1994
O. W. Parker (1876-1962) moved to Crockett County in 1902 and worked for local ranchers until he eventually established his own ranch. Parker had this house built for his family after the 1926 Yates oil field discovery brought prosperity to the region. Completed in 1930, it is a fine example of Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. The property was also known for its orchards and gardens, tended by O. W.'s wife, Mildred (d. 1970).
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark-1994.