This house replaced the 1845 log cabin of Robert A. Terrell (1820-1881), a pioneer settler for whom the town was named. Built for him in 1864, it is one of the few remaining octagon-shaped houses in Texas. Since 1897 it has been associated with a succession of schools, including Texas Military College and Southwestern Christian College, which moved here in 1950. It has served as home for college presidents, a dining hall, classroom building, and student union.
The cache is a camo tube 10' behind the Historical Medallion, placed with permission from the school.
The Terrell Texas Chamber of Commerce/CVB welcomes you to the official Discover Terrell GeoTour. Enjoy your time in Terrell, as you experience the historical charm of this small but growing East Texas town. There are 15 geocaches that have been hidden in places of interest throughout Terrell. Start your adventure by using your geocaching app or GPS to discover many of the treasures that Terrell has to offer. Take pictures and post to social media using the hashtag #DiscoverTerrell #TTXGeoTour.