​The Cottonland Castle 

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Marker Text: ​Stone contractor John Tennant began this house in 1890, when Waco's cotton-based economy flourished. In 1906 Tennant sold the structure to Ripley Hanrick, a cotton broker, but it remained unfinished. With plans drawn by architect Roy Lane (1884-1956), "The Castle" was eventually completed in 1913 as a residence for businessman Alfred Abeel (1845-1922). Limestone detailing decorates the sandstone edifice. Fine materials such as marble and mahogany embellish the interior. The house later became a focal point for the Castle Heights area. (1977)

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Alumnum 18 x 28 Subject Marker

Texas Historic Landmark

Geographic: 31.533754, -97.157593

Location: ​3300 Austin Avenue, Waco