Austin's Pemberton Heights (Images Of America)
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One of the first automobile suburbs in Austin, Pemberton Heights was developed from former plantation land on a limestone bluff overlooking the city. Neighborhood development began in 1927 with a castle created from an old water tower, which originally served as the land office, and encompasses diverse architectural styles, such as Tudor Revival, Colonial Revival, Monterrey Revival, and Art Moderne. Many homes were designed by leading architects of the day. The neighborhood showcases a mixture of straight and curving streets; magnificent large homes; and cozy bungalows on what was once farmland. Historic bridges crossing Shoal Creek connect the suburb to Austin. With its proximity to downtown and the University of Texas, the neighborhood attracted prominent citizens and accomplished professionals such as Sen. Ralph Yarborough, Mayor Roy Butler, Rebekah Baines Johnson, and Amb. Ed Clark.

Series: Images of America

Paperback: 128 pages

Publisher: Arcadia Publishing (October 29, 2012)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0738595896

ISBN-13: 978-0738595894

Product Dimensions: 6.5 x 0.3 x 9.2 inches

Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

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