​Site of Town of
Old Velasco

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Marker Text: ​​ One of oldest Texas towns. Port of entry for over 25,000 settlers, 1821-1835. Scene of first armed conflict leading to Texas Revolution, 1832. In mid-1800s, resort place for wealthy plantation families. Declined after the Civil War and 1875 hurricane. This school is named for Velasco. (1969) 

Marker No: 9604

Aluminum 20 x 20 Subject Marker 

Geographic: ​28.963144, -95.366295

Location: South Columbia Drive (State Highway 36) north of Reid Road, West Columbia