Coronal Institute: Shown is the Hutchison Street entrance of the Coronal Institute, San Marcos’ first educational facility, in its innovative glory days around the turn of the century. It drew wealthy ranching families into town so their multiple children could attend. It was those families who built many of the big houses in today’s Historic District. Coronal closed in 1918, its structures sold to SMCISD which tore them down in 1949 to build the mid-century modern Lamar High Schools.
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532 Burleson Street: The terraced hillside home at 542 Burleson Street, built in 1908 by the Reverend William Joyce. It faces the back side of what at that time was the Methodist church-owned Coronal Institute, which Joyce served as chaplain.
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Burleson Street home shows craftsmanship after 115 years: The Joyce – Hansen home
Built in 1908, the Joyce – Hansen home is a craftsman bungalow with railings and window trim that add classic Victorian touches. After over 115 years, it stands as a proud testament to quality craftsmanship and design.
