Doak Home

Historical marker location:

600 W. 7th St., Taylor, Texas

( 600 W. 7th St., Taylor)

Marker installed: 1967

Built in 1860s. Ranch style forerunner. Since 1878 in the family of A. V. Doak, Taylor's first doctor, organizer of mule-drawn streetcar line, civic leader. Son, Dr. Edmond Doak, b. 1878, had spend lifetime in this house. Grandson is Dr. E. K. Doak of Houston.

Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1965.

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The Battle of San Jacinto fought on April 21, 1836, was the decisive battle of the Texas Revolution, and led to the capture of Santa Anna and the end of the conflict.