Marker Number |
73 |
Atlas Number |
5441000073 |
Marker Title |
Abilene State School |
Index Entry |
Abilene State School |
Address |
664 Maple St |
City |
Abilene |
County |
Taylor |
UTM Zone |
14 |
UTM Easting |
431491 |
UTM Northing |
3586902 |
Subject Codes |
educational topics; hospitals; medical topics and health professionals; institutional buildings |
Marker Year |
1981 |
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
No |
Marker Location |
664 Maple Street, just south of SH 36, Abilene |
Private Property |
No |
Marker Condition |
In Situ |
Marker Size |
18" x 28" |
Marker Text |
The Texas Legislature provided for the establishment of this institution in 1899 as a center for the treatment of epilepsy. Opened in 1904 under the direction of Dr. John Preton, it was largely self-sufficient, with surrounding land used for raising crops and livestock. Significant research on epilepsy was conducted here by Dr. T. B. Bass, superintendent from 1909 to 1943. A residential facility since 1957, the Abilene State School has developed a leading program of quality care for the mentally retarded based on innovative ideas and widespread community support. |