​Old Stafford Opera House

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Supplemental Plate: ​Placed by John Everett Chapter, DAR.

Marker No: 5087

Medallion & Plate

Texas Historic Landmark

 (1969) Marker Text: ​Built 1886 by R.E. Stafford, 1834-1890. Millionaire cattleman. Stately interior (which seated 1,000) had gas-burning chandeliers and an elaborate hand-painted curtain. Architect was N.J. Clayton, who designed many opulent Texas buildings. Opening performance. "as in a Looking Glass", starred famous Lillian Russell. magician Houdini also played here, as did other prominent entertainers. On performance days, special trains ran from distant towns. (1969) 

National Register of Historic Places

Geographic: 29.705338, -96.540428

Location: 435 Spring Street, Columbus