Wills Point, TX, United States
T. Z. Woodhouse Residence. One of first homes in Wills Point. Built 1872 of materials hauled by ox wagons from ports of Jefferson and Shreveport. Woodhouse (1841-1928), whose English-born ancestors came to Virginia in 1637, served in 6th Texas Cavalry, C. S. A. In 1868 he married Sarah Elizabeth Nas
h. Owned and operated a mercantile business until age 80. Greek revival home remodeled in 1917 to add rooms. Still owned by descendants. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1965 #11449
Listen to the audio guide for Black plaque № 23575 Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off