| Marker Number |
11972 |
| Atlas Number |
5201011972 |
| Marker Title |
Dr. Penn B. and Annie A. Thornton House |
| Index Entry |
Thornton, Dr. Penn B. and Annie A., House |
| Address |
327 W. 16th St. |
| City |
Houston |
| County |
Harris |
| UTM Zone |
15 |
| UTM Easting |
267802 |
| UTM Northing |
3299037 |
| Subject Codes |
Classical Revival (architectural style); houses, residential buildings; women |
| Marker Year |
1998 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
Yes |
| Marker Location |
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| Private Property |
No |
| Marker Condition |
In Situ |
| Marker Size |
Medallion & Plate |
| Marker Text |
Erected in 1905 for Houston Heights doctor and businessman Penn Thornton (1866-1927) and his wife Annie (Amsler) (1872-1947), who was active in Heights social and civic organizations, this house is representative of the housing stock in Houston Heights during the early 20th century. Simple form and fine detailing such as the asymmetrical front porch and classical columns make the house a good example of the colonial revival style. Penn B. Thornton, Jr.and other family members occupied the house until his death in 1978. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1998 |
