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Location in Texas
Welcome
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Austin |
| Elevation | 333 ft (101 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
78944
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Welcome is a small place in northwestern Austin County, Texas, United States. It is called an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government. In 2000, about 150 people lived there. Welcome is part of the larger Greater Houston area.
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History of Welcome
Early Settlers and Naming
People started settling the land near Pecan Creek in the late 1820s. These were mostly Anglo-American families. By 1852, German immigrants began moving into the area. They found it to be a pleasant place to live.
A very important person in the German community was J. F. Schmidt. He was a schoolmaster from Oldenburg, Germany. Schmidt loved the beautiful countryside and the friendly people he met. Because of this, he decided to name the community "Welcome." He even started a singing club!
Growth and Changes Over Time
In 1871, Welcome got its own post office. This was a big step for the small community. By 1936, about 200 people lived in Welcome. There were also four businesses in the area.
However, the population later decreased. By 1950, only about 60 people lived there, and there were just two businesses. But Welcome grew again! By 1965, the number of people living there increased to 175. From 1990 to 2000, the population stayed around 150 people.
Geography of Welcome
Welcome is located on FM 109. This road is about 4.2 miles (6.8 km) north of Industry. It is also 0.8 miles (1.3 km) south of another road, Farm to Market Road 2502.
At the spot where FM 109 meets Thielemann Road, FM 109 changes direction. It goes from heading mostly north to heading northeast. Thielemann Road goes northwest and connects to other local roads. The Welcome Lutheran Church is also on FM 109. It is about 0.3 miles (0.5 km) northeast of FM 2502.
All the addresses in Welcome use the 78944 ZIP code. This is the same ZIP code used for Industry. Another nearby community is Bleiblerville, which is southeast on FM 2502. Welcome is also about 9 miles (14 km) southwest of Brenham.
Education in Welcome
The first school in Welcome was started by J. F. Schmidt. He built it on the west side of Pecan Creek. Today, students in Welcome attend schools that are part of the Bellville Independent School District.
