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Fort and ranch house built by Peter Gallagher (1812-1878), Irish-Texan engineer, merchant, ranger, and diarist of the Texan-Santa Fe Expedition. The hacienda of native stone, with rifle slits to protect from Indian attack, was bought 1927 by H.V. McNutt as headquarters of early Texas guest ranch. The rambling Mexican-style home has known distinguished guests and the routine of a working ranch. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1967
Gallagher Ranch is a historical marker in Lakehills, Medina County, dedicated in 1967. It is one of 56 historical markers documented in Medina County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 108 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 29.6043, -98.8101 near Lakehills. The nearest cataloged historic site is Medina Dam (historical marker), about 8.5 miles away. Others within a short drive include Mountain Valley, Medina Dam, and Old Wurzbach Place.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5029002100. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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