Historical Marker Vagabond

  • Captain Charles Schreiner – Kerrville, Texas

    Captain Charles Schreiner – Kerrville, Texas

    These Historical Markers are located at 216 Earl Garrett St. in Kerrville, Texas. As the eldest son, Charles Schreiner took on the responsibility of caring for his family at just 14 years old when his father, Gustave Schreiner, passed away in 1852. Two years later, in 1854, he joined the Texas Rangers to safeguard his Read more

  • Masonic Building – Kerrville, Texas

    Masonic Building – Kerrville, Texas

    This Historical Marker is located at 211 Earl Garrett St. in Kerrville, Texas. This is an Italianate style two story building designed by Texas Architect Alfred Giles who was know for his use of the round arch parapet. At the end of the 19th century, one of the most important businessmen and landholders in Kerr Read more

  • Notre Dame Catholic Church – Kerrville, Texas

    Notre Dame Catholic Church – Kerrville, Texas

    This Historical Marker can be found at 909 Main Street in Kerrville. In March 1889, a group of Roman Catholics in Kerr County came together to establish and build a small wood frame mission church known as St. Mary of the Assumption. Although there is some discrepancy between sources regarding the exact founding date, with Read more

  • Historical Marker Vagabond – Texas

    Historical Marker Vagabond – Texas

    Throughout my travels, I make it a point to stop at historical markers, eager to delve into the stories they hold. My routine is simple: I snap photos of the marker, conduct some research, and then share my discoveries with my readers. According to the Texas Historical Commission, historical markers have graced the Lone Star Read more

  • Arcadia Theatre – Kerrville, Texas

    Arcadia Theatre – Kerrville, Texas

    Situated at 717 Water Street in Kerrville, this Historical Marker proudly stands as a Texas Historic Landmark. The Arcadia Theater, with its grand opening on June 29, 1926, served as a beloved cultural hub for decades. However, its lights dimmed for the last time in 1988, marking the end of an era. With a seating Read more

  • The Pampell Opera House – Kerrville, Texas

    The Pampell Opera House – Kerrville, Texas

    Located at 701 Water Street in Kerrville, this Historical Marker commemorates a significant piece of local history. In 1901, John L. Pampell acquired this building and wasted no time in embarking on a transformative project. Shortly after purchasing the property, Pampell initiated renovations, focusing his efforts on remodeling the second floor into an opera house Read more

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I love stopping at historical markers to delve into the past. Recently, I embarked on a mission: capturing photos of these markers, conducting research, and sharing their stories on my blog. With over 16,000 historical markers scattered across Texas, I understand that my collection will never be exhaustive. Nonetheless, I’m committed to capturing as many as I can. If you share my passion for Texas history, I invite you to follow along and share your own experiences. Happy travels!