John C. Prude Home
Colorado City, Mitchell County, Texas
Marker Inscription
A prominent rancher and banker, John C. Prude (1856-1924) came to Mitchell County before the turn of the century. In 1907 he hired J.E. (Gene) Pond to construct this spacious brick house. The wide overhangs and other horizontal lines demonstrate the influence of Prairie Style architecture popular at the time. Owned by members of the Prude Family until 1977, this residence was the scene of numerous social events. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1979.
Erected by Texas Historical Commission
The Story
John C. Prude (1856-1924), a leading Mitchell County rancher and banker, arrived before the turn of the century and in 1907 hired builder J. E. "Gene" Pond to raise this spacious brick home. Its wide overhangs and strong horizontal lines echo the Prairie Style then in fashion. The Prude family owned the house until 1977, and it was long a setting for the community's social gatherings.
Why it matters
The home reflects how ranching and banking fortunes built the leading families of West Texas towns, importing national architectural fashions to the frontier.
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Related people
- · John C. Prude
- · J. E. Pond
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