Former Hidalgo Post Office
Oldest in existence. Built 1889 to house a general merchandise store. One part was reserved for the town's postal service, then in its 32nd year, served until 1913. Store owner William Odell, his wife Josephine, and Gumaro, son of co-owner Desiderio Rodriguez, were Postmasters. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1965
26.0994° N, 98.2622° W
Where to Find It
First & Flora Streets, Hidalgo
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi NW Old Hidalgo County Courthouse Hidalgo
- <0.1 mi NW Old Hidalgo County Jail Hidalgo
- 0.2 mi E Old Hidalgo School Hidalgo
- 0.2 mi S Hidalgo Irrigation Pump Plant Hidalgo
- 0.3 mi N Vela Building Hidalgo
- 0.4 mi N Approximate Site of Mission San Joaquin del Monte a Visita Hidalgo