Old Rock Store
Built about 1865 by Pat Cavanaugh, Irish stonemason, assisted by Dick Barker. Site of gun battles in Dog Town (now Tilden), "wide open" during lawless era of the 1860's and 1870's. Preserved since 1929 by Clifton Wheeler, owner. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1966
28.4615° N, 98.5496° W
Where to Find It
Faces courthouse across from courthouse on Route 16 at intersection with Highway 72, Tilden.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi SE McMullen County Tilden
- <0.1 mi S Tilden
- 0.1 mi SE Dog Town Jail
- 0.1 mi E Boot Hill Cemetery
- 0.1 mi E Moses William Hindes
- 0.2 mi NE San Caja Hill