| Marker Number |
4994 |
| Atlas Number |
5217004994 |
| Marker Title |
Southwestern Presbyterian Home and School for Orphans |
| Index Entry |
Southwestern Presbyterian Home and School for Orphans |
| Address |
|
| City |
Itasca |
| County |
Hill |
| UTM Zone |
14 |
| UTM Easting |
680645 |
| UTM Northing |
3564972 |
| Subject Codes |
Presbyterian denomination; orphanages |
| Marker Year |
1969 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
No |
| Marker Location |
from Itasca take FM 66 about 4 miles east to marker, at entrance to childrens' home |
| Private Property |
No |
| Marker Condition |
In Situ |
| Marker Size |
18" x 28" |
| Marker Text |
Orphanage originated in Dallas when First Presbyterian Church women arranged care for four children of a deceased member. Church then decided to found a statewide orphanage, for which D. S. Files family gave this land. Home opened in 1906 with Rev. M. D. McLean as first president. From beginning, home has used modern "Cottage Plan" and has maintained reputation for its outstanding staff, facilities, and program. Home's school was closed in 1957. Orphanage now part of Presbyterian Children's Home and Service Agency. |
