The Ammon Underwood House

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Marker Text: A structure erected in noted old river port town of Marion in Republic of Texas era. First portion, of hand-hewn cedar, was built about 1835 by colonist Thomas W. Nibbs. Merchant-civic leader-soldier Ammon Underwood (1810-87) bought and enlarged house in 1838-39. In 1839 he married Rachel Jane, daughter of William and Catherine Carson, of Austin's original colony. President Anson Jones and other famous Texans often visited the Underwoods. (1970) 

Marker No: 9612

Medallion & Plate 

Texas HIstoric Landmark

National Register of Historic Places 

Georgraphic: ​29° 8.421′ N, 95° 37.017′ W

Location: ​523 Main St, West Columbia