New Residence Coming

This lot at the corner of Ash and 7th streets has recently been purchased by someone who plans to build a new house on it.

New Retail Coming

Last year, the historic San Gabriel Motor Court was torn down to make room for a massive new apartment complex. The last part of the historic motel is now being surrounded by new retail shops at the entrance to the apartment complex.

Pieces of history

I learned last week that this bench in front of the original Southwestern University library has stones from all four of Southwestern's "root" colleges - Rutersville College, Weslayan College, McKenzie College and Soule University. Stones from Weslayan College, Soule University and Rutersville College are clearly visible in the bottom photo.

The Friendly Will Missionary Baptist Church

This structure at the corner of Railroad and W. 14th streets housed the original Friendly Will Missionary Baptist Church. The structure is about to be torn down to make way for a new church building.

New Historic District

Georgetown now has its fourth National Register Historic District − The Olive Street Historic District. The district is located across the street from Southwestern University and includes 23 historic homes on Olive Street, Laurel Street, University Avenue and East 15^th Street. Georgetown Mayor George Garver officially dedicated the new district at a ceremony held Oct. 17. Eighteen of the 23 historic houses in the district have ties to Southwestern. A walking tour guide to the district is available from the Georgetown Heritage Society.

You can read more about the new Olive Street Historic District in this article I wrote about the district for Focus on Georgetown magazine. 

From Gas Station to Pizza Place

This old building at the intersection of Austin Avenue and Main Street is being remodeled to be a pizza shop. It was formerly a convenience store/gas station.

Update on the George Irvine House

After being on the market for several years and even being considered for rezoning, the George Irvine House at 409 E. University Ave. finally has a new owner. The new owners are giving the house a new look.