Historical Markers in Texas

P. B. Maxey Home

Architecture·Polk County·Texas

Built early 1860s on a 160-acre tract by P. B. Maxey, farmer and rancher. Constructed of pine logs, using pegs, square nails, and hand-riven shingles, house had two rooms and a kitchen. Remodeled 1947, the home is still in Maxey family. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1968

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30.9925, -94.8378

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