Neill-Cochran House
Greek Revival architecture, typical of the South. Erected about 1853 for Washington L. Hill by master builder Abner Cook. The hand-cut limestone walls were cemented with a mortar containing pig bristles. First Institute for the Blind in State of Texas, 1856. Hospital for Civil War soldiers, 1865. Home in 1880 of Republic of Texas patriot, Col. Andrew Neill; 1893-1913, Judge Thos. B. Cochran, Bar President, Masonic leader. Recorded Texas Historical Landmark - 1966
Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
30.2875° N, 97.7482° W
The Texas Historical Commission lists this marker as missing. The inscription above is from its records.
Where to Find It
Neill-Cochran House Museum. Marker reported missing Dec. 2003.
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