Galveston, TX, United States
Williams-Tucker House, 1837-40. Built by Samuel May Williams, a founder of Galveston, secretary to Stephen F. Austin, postmaster and land agent of Austin colony. Organized first Texas bank, was father of Texas navy and shipping industry. As envoy to the U. S., failed to get loan for Texas War for In
dependence, but gave $150,000 of his own money (a tenth of the cost). House, framed in Maine, was shipped to Texas on a schooner. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1964 #11596
Listen to the audio guide for Samuel May Williams black plaque Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off