Marker Inscription
This area of Fort Worth became a fashionable subdivision during the early part of the twentieth century and attracted many prominent residents. In 1906 Fort Worth banker Ben O. Smith (1867-1932) purchased land at this site. He built a home here for his wife, Frances, who hosted many Fort Worth social gatherings. In 1916, the home was purchased by Tom Burnett, a prominent cattleman and the son of rancher S. Burk Burnett. The site retains historical significance for its association with these two prominent Fort Worth families.
About this site
Smith-Burnett Home is a historical marker in Fort Worth, Tarrant County, dedicated in 1985. It is one of 358 historical markers documented in Tarrant County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 501 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 32.7423, -97.3945 near Fort Worth. The nearest cataloged historic site is Williams, Henry M., Home (historical marker), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include Fairview, Bryce, William J., House, Baldridge House, and Gandy.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5439004964. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
