Historic Houston Street Victorian Cottage

Marker installed: 1970

Situated near ferry that brought riches to early Jefferson.

First known owners (1851): John M. and Nancy Dollehite. A distinguished occupant: Mrs. Ernestine Sterne, 1872-1875 Jefferson postmaster.

Restored by Mrs. Katherine R. Wise, owner since 1946.

Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1970.