The Neill-Cochran House is one of Austin's oldest and most treasured
landmarks. Built in 1855 as a suburban estate, this impressive Greek
Revival house has survived war, neglect, and the immense growth of the
University area and the Capital City.
Step into a place: designed and constructed
by Abner Cook, the Master Builder responsible for Austin's most elegant
houses, including the Texas Governor's Mansion, Woodlawn, Sweetbrush,
and Westhill filled
with sumptuous furnishings dating from 1700-1900 in period rooms: Colonial, Empire,
Rococo Revival, Victorian preserving a colorful
narrative of its owners and occupants, including
Texas Institute for the Blind and Union Army hospital surrounded
by a handsome, shaded landscape and secluded patio
Visit
the Neill-Cochran House Museum: Tours: Open to the public Tuesday
through Saturday, 2 - 5 PM Admission: $5 per person Special tours and group admission are available.
The Neill-Cochran
House Museum
2310 San Gabriel Street
Austin, Texas 78705-5104
512-478-2335
The
Neill-Cochran House Museum is owned and maintained by
The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in The State of
Texas