| Marker Number |
9373 |
| Atlas Number |
5473009373 |
| Marker Title |
Ahrenbeck-Urban Home |
| Index Entry |
Ahrenbeck-Urban Home |
| Address |
corner of 13th St. & Lafayette |
| City |
Hempstead |
| County |
Waller |
| UTM Zone |
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| UTM Easting |
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| UTM Northing |
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| Subject Codes |
Greek Revival (Architectural style); houses, residential buildings |
| Marker Year |
1980 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
Yes |
| Marker Location |
corner of 13th St. & Lafayette, Hempstead |
| Private Property |
No |
| Marker Condition |
In Situ |
| Marker Size |
Medallion & Plate |
| Marker Text |
This two-story galleried Greek Revival residence was built about 1872 by German native William Ahrenbeck (1828-1888). A prominent area civic leader and builder, he also served as postmaster and mayor of Hempstead. His daughter Ella Justine Ahrenbeck (1866-1949) lived here following his death. In 1917 she sold the property to businessman R. R. Urban (1873-1930). Additions to the home, which remained in his family until 1965, were built during his ownership. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1980 |
