Flatonia Landmark preservation Society Night-lights

These wonderful night-lights depict some of Flatonia’s rich history. All proceeds from your purchase will go toward the preservation of historic landmarks and commercial architecture throughout Fayette County. You can purchase the lights at the Olle Hotel, Floy Farm Designs, the Train Museum, Flatonia Chamber of Commerce, Indian Paintbrush and the E.A.Arnim Museum. $25 includes Tax. They make wonderful gifts. Please call Katherine at (361)772-0310.

Postcard

This type of post card was popular during the early 1900’s. This is from the E. A. Arnim Museum in Flatonia, TX.


Old Train Tower

This is Train Switching Tower #3. The photo was taken in 1920 and is part of the Arnold and Martha Tauch collection. The tower was originally built in 1902 and remains one of the last standing towers
The Shakespeare Club



The Shakespeare Club was a woman’s literary group. They met and discussed the many works of William Shakespeare. This photo was taken at the Gazebo in downtown Flatonia in 1913. Donated by Richard and Hildegard Wheeler


Old Water Tower

This is Flatonia’s Old Water Tower at dawn. Because of the design and shape it is popularly called the ‘Tin Man’. This structure was in danger of demolition and in the fight to preserve this historic landmark the Flatonia Landmark Preservation Society was born. This photo was taken and donated by Jan Lahodny.