Historical Marker

First Store in Panna Maria

Built in 1855; used as a storeroom for landlord's share of Panna Maria crops. The landlord, John Twohig, a devout Catholic, set aside one room of store for the church and school. Owned and operated by the Snoga family since 1918. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1966

Incise in base: Marker furnished by Snoga families in memory of Frank and Annie Snoga.