National Register of Historic Places listings in Burleson County, Texas facts for kids
This article is about special old buildings and places in Burleson County, Texas. These places are so important that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Think of it like a national list of treasures!
The National Register of Historic Places is a list kept by the United States government. It includes buildings, sites, and objects that are important in American history, architecture, archaeology, engineering, or culture. When a place is on this list, it means it's recognized as a valuable part of our past.
Burleson County has two amazing places on this list. Both of them are also called Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks, which means they are special to Texas history too!
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Historic Homes in Burleson County
Burleson County is home to two historic houses that have been officially recognized for their importance. Both of these beautiful homes are located in the city of Caldwell.
The Thomas and Mary Kraitchar Jr. House
This historic home is located at 200 East Buck Street in Caldwell. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on July 11, 2002.
The house is named after Thomas Kraitchar Jr. and Mary Kraitchar. It stands as an example of the architecture from its time. Places like this house help us understand what life was like many years ago. They show us how people lived and what kinds of buildings they built.
The Reeves-Womack House
Another important historic home in Caldwell is the Reeves-Womack House. You can find it at 405 West Fox Street. This house was added to the National Register of Historic Places earlier, on February 4, 1993.
Like the Kraitchar House, the Reeves-Womack House tells a story through its design and history. These homes are like time capsules. They preserve a piece of the past for everyone to see and learn from today. They remind us of the people and events that shaped Burleson County.
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The Thomas and Mary Kraitchar Jr. House in Caldwell.
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The Reeves-Womack House, another historic treasure in Caldwell.
