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21 N Ave C Elgin, TX 78621

Historic Name: United States Post Office

About This Property

Built in 1936 to permanently house Elgin’s post office, this depression era, streamlined, art deco building is one of a kind in Elgin. Inside you will find a well preserved W.P.A. mural painted by Julius Woeltz in 1939. Titled “Texas Farm”, the mural was part of a federal program to provide work for artists. You will also find original fixtures in the building.

Year Built: 1936

Get in Touch	Kristina Alvarez 737-308-3669 kristina.alvarez@elgintexas.gov
Building Size	(sq ft)
Zoning
Historic Designations	• Not individually listed on the National Register • Located in a National Register District (Contributing) • Not located in a Local District • Not a Local Landmark • Eligible for Historic Tax Credits

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Property Information
Address	21 N Ave C Elgin, TX 78621
Lot Size (acres)	0.4620
Commercial Sq Ft	7,995
Year Built	1936
Parcel Number	47596
Legal Description	ELGIN CITY, BLOCK 17, LOT 11,12,13,14,15,16 & 17 (U S POST OFFICE)
Located Within	National Register Historic District DTTX Search Area

Survey Recommendations
Survey Recommendations	Not Individually Eligible

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