Bassett and Bassett Banking House
222 E. Main, Brenham, TX, USA
Texas, USA
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EST. 1873
EST. 1873
1873
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION at Bassett and Bassett Banking House.
The Texas Historical Commission Atlas records this marker as in situ at the listed location. It remains part of the state marker inventory; the placement description and coordinates in this row follow the current official Atlas record and should be field-verified before publication.
About Bassett and Bassett Banking House
Benjamin H. and Thomas J. Bassett opened a bank and law office in this Brenham building soon after its completion in 1873, constructed of brick from the local Wild and Co. Brickyard. The Italianate structure housed their bank until it closed in 1884, featuring round arches and stucco hood moldings. A third story was added in the early twentieth century.
HISTORY HAPPENED HERE at Bassett and Bassett Banking House
Benjamin H. and Thomas J. Bassett opened their newly-created bank and located their law office in this building soon after its completion in 1873. Built with bricks manufactured by the local Wild & Co. Brickyard, the Italianate structure housed the bank until it closed in 1884. An important Brenham landmark, the building features round arches and stucco hood moldings at door and window openings. The third story was added in the early 1900s. Source: https://atlas.thc.texas.gov/Details/5477008297
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