S.P.J.S.T. Lodge No. 47, Hvezda Texasu

In January 1903, Frank Motl and J.F. Sefcik led Seaton men in forming an order of the SPJST (Slovanská Podporujicí Jednota Statu Texas), a Czech benevolent society. Members of Hvezda Texasu, the Texas "Star" Lodge, met in Thomas Mikulastik's blacksmith shop and the Seaton School before building their first lodge hall in 1906 at this site. They added more land and facilities over the years, including a larger hall. The Star Lodge has supported programs in drama, gymnastics, traditional dance and choir, as well as the Red Cross, youth groups and political rallies. It has also hosted community activities, including dances, reunions, meetings and area agricultural fairs. (2004)

S.P.J.S.T. Lodge No. 47, Hvezda Texasu is a historical marker in Temple, Bell County, dedicated in 2003. It is one of 226 historical markers documented in Bell County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 411 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 31.0613, -97.2264 near Temple. The nearest cataloged historic site is Seaton Cemetery (historical marker), about 1.0 miles away. Others within a short drive include Seaton Brethren Church, Stephen Hruska Grave, and Lesikar Family.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5027013009. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.