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Robert and Jane Jardine Browne built east cabin of hewn pine logs on walnut posts, 1849. Site was part of James Jardine (or Jordan) League--1835 land grant surveyed 1838 by Republic of Texas for Jane's uncle. The west cabin of sawed pine logs was added for growing family. James F. Browne, a son born and reared here, added the lean-to bedroom, dining room and detached kitchen. Bought 1940 from the heirs and restored 1966 by Ben H. Powell, Jr.
Jardine-Browne House is a historical marker in Walker County, Texas, dedicated in 1968. It is one of 69 historical markers documented in Walker County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 85 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 30.6335, -95.6004. The nearest cataloged historic site is Martha's Chapel (historical marker), about 2.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include Union Hill Church, Bath Cemetery, and East Sandy Community.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5471008460. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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