MONROE CROOK HOUSE

CROCKETT, TX

Houston County Courthouse (Crockett, Texas) Historical marker for the Houston County Courthouse in Crockett, Texas. The plaque states: Marker - In early 1938, the Houston County commissioners court, with County Judge B. F. Bradley presiding, began making plans for construction of the county's fifth courthouse. Built in 1939 with funds from the federal Public Works Administration, the building was designed by Houston County native Blum Hester and constructed by Eckert-Fair Construction Co. of Dallas. The Moderne style courthouse with Art Deco features is a reflection of popular architectural trends of the 1930s and remains a center of politics and government for the county's citizens. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2000
Houston County Courthouse (Crockett, Texas) Credit: cmh2315fl

The Monroe Crook House is located in the city of Crockett, Texas and is a historic residence that was built in 1914. The house is a two-story, brick structure that features a number of unique architectural features, including a prominent front porch with columns, a large central staircase, and decorative brickwork around the windows and doors.

The interior of the house has been restored and preserved to reflect the original style and design of the early 20th century. The first floor includes a formal living room, dining room, and library, while the second floor features several bedrooms and a sitting area.

The house is named after its original owner, Monroe Crook, who was a prominent local businessman and civic leader. Crook served as mayor of Crockett for several years and was also involved in a number of community organizations.

Today, the Monroe Crook House is open to the public for tours and events. Visitors can explore the various rooms and learn about the history of the house and its former residents. The house is also available for private events, such as weddings and receptions.

MONROE CROOK HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CROCKETT TX. US MID #8404800168

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Houston County Courthouse (Crockett, Texas) Historical marker for the Houston County Courthouse in Crockett, Texas. The plaque states: Marker - In early 1938, the Houston County commissioners court, with County Judge B. F. Bradley presiding, began making plans for construction of the county's fifth courthouse. Built in 1939 with funds from the federal Public Works Administration, the building was designed by Houston County native Blum Hester and constructed by Eckert-Fair Construction Co. of Dallas. The Moderne style courthouse with Art Deco features is a reflection of popular architectural trends of the 1930s and remains a center of politics and government for the county's citizens. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2000
Houston County Courthouse (Crockett, Texas) Historic Houston County Courthouse in downtown Crockett, Texas. The Art Moderne style courthouse was constructed 1938-39 as a New Deal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010 (NRHP No. 10000248). The courthouse was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2000 and as a State Antiquities Landmark in 2012.
Houston County Courthouse (Crockett, Texas) Historic Houston County Courthouse in downtown Crockett, Texas. The Art Moderne style courthouse was constructed 1938-39 as a New Deal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010 (NRHP No. 10000248). The courthouse was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2000 and as a State Antiquities Landmark in 2012.
Houston County Courthouse (Crockett, Texas) Historic Houston County Courthouse in downtown Crockett, Texas. The Art Moderne style courthouse was constructed 1938-39 as a New Deal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010 (NRHP No. 10000248). The courthouse was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2000 and as a State Antiquities Landmark in 2012.
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MONROE CROOK HOUSE
707 E HOUSTON AVE
CROCKETT
TX
75835

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MID # 8404800168
Name MONROE CROOK HOUSE
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 31.318225, -95.454237
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 225
US Census Tract: 950300
US Census Block: 2019