EAGLE LAKE DEPOT

EAGLE LAKE, TX

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Eagle Lake Depot is a historic train depot located in Eagle Lake, Texas. The depot was constructed in 1887 and served as a major transportation hub for the area until the mid-20th century. The building is a classic example of Victorian architecture, featuring a red brick exterior, a steeply pitched roof, and decorative elements such as arched doorways and windows.

Today, Eagle Lake Depot has been restored and serves as a museum and community center. Visitors can explore the depot's history through exhibits and displays that showcase the role it played in the development of the region's economy and transportation network. The depot also hosts a variety of community events, such as concerts, art shows, and festivals.

One of the most notable features of the Eagle Lake Depot is its location on the Union Pacific Railroad line, which runs from Houston to San Antonio. This makes it a popular spot for train enthusiasts and photographers who come to capture images of the passing trains.

Overall, Eagle Lake Depot is an important historical landmark and cultural center that celebrates the rich history of Eagle Lake and the surrounding region. Its beautiful architecture and fascinating exhibits make it a must-visit destination for anyone interested in Texas history and culture.

EAGLE LAKE DEPOT is a Uncategorized or General Museum in EAGLE LAKE TX. US MID #8404800674

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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Preibisch Building German immigrant Adolph H. Preibisch and his wife, Emilie, came to Austin County in 1860. After the town of Sealy developed along the Gulf, Colorado and Santa Fe Railroad, the Preibisches bought property in the new railroad town. In 1885, Adolph and Emilie Preibisch purchased these lots and hired brick mason John Colleton to construct this commercial building for them in 1886-1887. Colleton's brickyard in nearby Bellville, where he fired bricks from Brazos River clay, was the source of material for many of Sealy's buildings. Sited on a prominent corner lot, the Preibisch building first housed Preibisch's own store, in which he sold household and kitchen furniture, window shades, rugs, carpets and other manner of household goods. As was the practice with many early furniture dealers, Preibisch also made and sold funeral caskets from his store. The family continued to run the store after Adolph died in 1899. After Emilie's death in 1905, their son W. W. Preibisch took over the business. Later tenants of the Preibisch building included a general merchandise store, grocery store, jewelry and gift shop, and a saloon/pool hall known as "My Place," which served as a setting for several advertisements and motion picture films. The building remained in the Preibisch family until 1946. The one-part brick commercial structure, which features arched window and door openings and corbelled brickwork, is significant for its association with the early commercial development of Sealy and remains an important part of Sealy's architectural heritage. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2001
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Contact EAGLE LAKE DEPOT

EAGLE LAKE DEPOT
PO BOX 596
EAGLE LAKE
TX
77434-0596

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EAGLE LAKE DEPOT Information

MID # 8404800674
Name EAGLE LAKE DEPOT
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 263530760
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 29.584903, -96.332893
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 089
US Census Tract: 750100
US Census Block: 1009