Historical Marker

Houghton House

Historical marker location:
1700 Polk Street, Amarillo, Texas
( 1700 Polk Street (Junior League Headquarters), Amarillo.)
Marker installed: 1981

This two-story residence was constructed in 1914 for Kentucky native John Malcolm Shelton (1852-1923), a prominent Panhandle cattleman and businessman. Built by W.M. Rice, it was designed by Amarillo architect Joseph Champ Berry. Following Shelton's death, the house was inherited by his daughter Martha, the wife of rancher Ted Houghton. She resided here until 1965. Built of brick, the home features detailing of the Prairie Style.