Greek revival house built 1850 by Gen. Ebenezer Nichols at Congress and San Jacinto streets, sold to Wm. M. Rice, a philanthropist, 1856. Bought by Mrs. E. R. Cherry, 1897, with $25 bid on front door; moved by her to 806 Fargo. Later moved here and restored. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967 Incise in base: Restored 1959 by Harris County Heritage Society
Getting there
29.7591, -95.3715
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