Dr. Penn B. and Annie A. Thornton House

Erected in 1905 for Houston Heights doctor and businessman Penn Thornton (1866-1927) and his wife Annie (Amsler) (1872-1947), who was active in Heights social and civic organizations, this house is representative of the housing stock in Houston Heights during the early 20th century. Simple form and fine detailing such as the asymmetrical front porch and classical columns make the house a good example of the colonial revival style. Penn B. Thornton, Jr.and other family members occupied the house until his death in 1978. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1998

Dr. Penn B. and Annie A. Thornton House is a historical marker in Houston, Harris County, dedicated in 1998. It is one of 422 historical markers documented in Harris County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 849 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 29.8000, -95.4025 near Houston. The nearest cataloged historic site is Knittel House (historic place), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include House at 1537 Tulane Street, Cooley School, and Wilkins House.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5201011972. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.