Pritchett Normal Institute
Started as preparatory institute in 1901 by Albert, R. W. and J. P. Maberry, aided by Ben Wiliams and W. W. Sanders. Trained teachers. Also had public school courses, with pupils from far away as Panhandle of Texas. Added a building in 1908. Plant was sold, 1915, to public school system. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1967
32.6630° N, 95.0161° W
Where to Find It
On SH 155, at intersection W/FM 1404, about 6 mi. SW of Gilmer
Nearby Markers
- 2.2 mi NE Unknown Soldier Gilmer
- 3 mi SW New Hope Missionary Baptist Church Gilmer
- 4.8 mi NW Alex Earp Gilmer
- 5 mi N Kelsey Mormon Colony Kelsey
- 5 mi NE Gilmer Gilmer
- 5.5 mi N Kelsey School Enon