Standing here, a monument to history, the Snead-Rieck House Plaque tells a story of both construction and resilience. This commemorative marker, erected in 2018, celebrates the unique heritage of the Snead-Rieck House. The house was built in August 1934, as a Tudor Revival-style home. Edwin Brazelton Snead, a well-known Austin construction and development figure, was determined to use the materials salvaged from the old main structure on the University of Texas campus. Snead’s use of light yellow-buff bricks and other construction materials contributed to the unique charm of the house. The Snead-Rieck House is a testament to resourceful architecture during the Great Depression. Meta Paterson Rieck, a prominent Kimble County rancher, purchased the house in 1939. The Rieck family lived in the house for many years, making it an integral part of Austin’s history. The plaque marks a connection between the past and present, reminding us of the rich heritage that continues to shape our city.
Addcox House Plaque
But that’s not all that makes Addcox House special. It also has an enchanting wraparound porch with arched brick supports.