Details for Goodman Building

Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5453006438

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Marker Number 6438
Atlas Number 5453006438
Marker Title Goodman Building
Index Entry Goodman Building
Address 204 W. 13th St.
City Austin
County Travis
UTM Zone 14
UTM Easting 620980
UTM Northing 3350003
Subject Codes commercial buildings; German immigrants/immigration, schools
Marker Year 1969
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark Yes
Marker Location W. 13th Street, N side between Lavaca and Colorado streets
Private Property No
Marker Condition In Situ
Marker Size Medallion & Plate
Marker Text Probably constructed in the early 1890s, this commercial building is noted for its decorative brickwork and iron railing. Built for grocer Joseph Goodman, the main floor served as his store until 1924. The upper floor was used from 1892 until about 1896 for Jacob Bickler’s German and English Academy, an elite preparatory school. From its significant location near the State Capitol, the Goodman Building stands as a reminder of Austin’s early commercial history. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1969

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