Georgetown High School Building

Historical marker location:

507 E. University Ave., Georgetown, Texas

( 507 E. University Ave., Georgetown)

Marker installed: 1988

Built in 1923-24 on the original site of Southwestern University, this structure served as Georgetown High School for over fifty years. Designed by Austin architect Charles H. Page and exhibiting influences of the Spanish Colonial Revival style of architecture, the building features a Baroque entryway with cast stone detailing that includes motifs of shells, flowers, urns, and garlands. A gymnasium was added to the back of the building in the 1940s.

Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1988.

educational buildings education design and construction Spanish Colonial Revival (architectural style)