Details for Miss Rogers' Music Room
Historical Marker — Atlas Number 5293003402
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| Marker Number | 3402 |
| Atlas Number | 5293003402 |
| Marker Title | Miss Rogers' Music Room |
| Index Entry | Rogers' Music Room, Miss |
| Address | 609 N. Bonham St. |
| City | Mexia |
| County | Limestone |
| UTM Zone | 14 |
| UTM Easting | 738787 |
| UTM Northing | 3509062 |
| Subject Codes | women, women's history topics; music; educational topics |
| Marker Year | 1965 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark | Yes |
| Marker Location | 609 N Bonham St., Mexia |
| Private Property | No |
| Marker Condition | In Situ |
| Marker Size | Medallion & Plate |
| Marker Text | Built opposite public school, for Laura T. Rogers, who (1880-1920) taught piano and choral music from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., 6 days a week, 8 months in year. Had 4 pianos used all day; 8 pupils often played in union. Auditorium, with overflow seating in yard, staged recitals and dramas. A church organist-choir director 35 years, Miss Rogers kindled cultural interests in pupils of two generations. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1965 |
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