Luther Stearns, Sr.

(Nov. 6, 1784 - Jan. 26, 1859) Born in Chesterfield, Mass., Luther Stearns lived in the frontier regions of four states before moving to newly formed Williamson Co., Texas, in 1848. In 1850 he bought 650 acres on the San Gabriel River, where he built a 1-1/2 story log home and farmed the land. Upon his death, Stearns was buried near his home in the family cemetery, which was destroyed early in the 20th century. Near this marker is the grave of his youngest son, H. T. Recorded - 1983

Luther Stearns, Sr. is a historical marker in Taylor, Williamson County, dedicated in 1983. It is one of 241 historical markers documented in Williamson County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 448 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 30.5763, -97.3996 near Taylor. The nearest cataloged historic site is Taylor City Cemetery (cemetery), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include St. Mary's Catholic, First Baptist Church, and Dr. James Lee Dickey.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5491009344. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.