Laguna Gloria Historical Marker

I must say I really enjoyed my visit at this location. The wife and I spent three hours looking at the art that is now displayed in this home (see the post on the AMOA museum for more information on that). As for the marker the home is absolutely marvelous. The architecture is superb. It is a must see in Austin.

photo by D. Kevin Surbaugh

Inscription:
This Mediterranean style villa was built in 1916 for Henry H. and Clara Driscoll Sevier. Named Laguna Gloria for a nearby lagoon off the Colorado River, the stuccoed home features a decorative window that resembles the rose window at San Jose mission in San Antonio. In 1943 the site was conveyed to the Texas Fine Arts Assoc. by Clara Driscoll, best known for her efforts to preserve the Alamo. Her homesite is now owned by Laguna Gloria Art Museum.
Erected:
1983

photo by D. Kevin Surbaugh

Location:
3809 W 35th St, Austin TX 78703


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