Brenham, TX, United States
Site of Old St. Anthony Hotel. Center of Brenham hospitality for 122 years. Originally a two-story log stage depot adjoined by a log cabin complex called the Washington County Hotel. Changed owners several times through the years. General Sam Houston once stayed here while campaigning against secess
ion. Renamed St. Anthony Hotel 1914, by new owner Mrs. A. A. Hacker, who did extensive remodeling. Served as a transfer station for train passengers and as a bus terminal. Her hotel was noted for more
Listen to the audio guide for Sam Houston black plaque Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off