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| photo by Kevin Surbaugh |
Inscription:
Albert and Rebecca Buddington built the first part of this compound as their home c. 1860. In 1921, it became the home of Dr. Harry Y. Benedict, a mathematician who served as University of Texas Professor and President. Delia Edwards, a later owner, commissioned Arthur Fehr to alter the original house and design an adjacent Rustic-style cottage with a fireplace mantel carved by Peter Mansbendel. Wilhelmine Sheffield, who bought the property in the 1940s, added another house and an enclosing wall, as well as ironwork crafted by Fortuanat Weigl and his company.
Erected:
2004
Handicapped Accessibility:
The marker can be seen from a wheelchair, but it could be hard to access, due to it's location. It seems when they placed the marker in 2004, well after ADA laws were passed, no thought was given to handicapped person having an interest in this. The marker is located on the outside wall of 500 W. 34th, but can only be seen if you enter and go to the front of the carport. So if cars are parked there forget about seeing it if you are handicapped.
Location:
500-508 W 34th St, Austin TX 78705
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