Old Dimmitt Home
Built in 1866 by John Jones Dimmitt; of native limestone hauled by ox-drawn wagons. Home of prominent citizens in Georgetown over 100 years. Dimmitt -- a surveyor, lawyer, mathematician, linguist, one time county attorney, and partner in building of Georgetown Railroad -- was civic leader; instrumental in getting Southwestern University moved to Georgetown. Preserved since 1948 by Dr. and Mrs. R.W. Gamble. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967
30.6347° N, 97.6867° W
Where to Find It
921 W. University (SH 29)
Nearby Markers
- 0.5 mi NE Railroad Produce Warehouse Georgetown
- 0.5 mi NE Wesley Chapel A.M.E. Church Georgetown
- 0.5 mi E Steele Store-Makemson Hotel Building Georgetown
- 0.5 mi E Farmers State Bank Building Georgetown
- 0.5 mi E David Love Store Georgetown
- 0.5 mi SE Marsh F. Smith House Georgetown