First Public High School in Brenham
606 E. Alamo, Brenham, TX, USA
Texas, USA
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EST. 1875
EST. 1875
1875
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION at First Public High School in Brenham.
The Texas Historical Commission Atlas records this marker as missing 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 First Public High School in Brenham
Established in 1875 under Texas's landmark public school law, this was the first free public high school in the state, offering nine grades with scientific or classical courses and German language instruction. The building was erected in 1883 with fifteen-inch brick walls, cedar beams, and marble window and door arches. It marked a milestone in Texas public education.
HISTORY HAPPENED HERE at First Public High School in Brenham
Established in Independent School District No. 1, in 1875. First free public high school in Texas to be set up under landmark school law of 1875. Nine grades were offered, with scientific or classical courses of study in high school. German was available for all grades. This building was erected in 1883, with 15-inch brick walls, cedar beams, and plaster mixed with cow hair. Windows and doors have marble arches and sills. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1969 Source: https://atlas.thc.texas.gov/Details/5477008335
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