Schmid Bros. Building

Description: 

Swiss immigrant Josef Schmid began a mercantile business in Brenham in 1880. He was joined by his brothers Benjamin and Sigmund to form Schmid Bros. in 1889, and in 1899-1900 they erected this building to house their business enterprises. Built in the Renaissance Revival style, it features multi-bay configurations on both floors and round-arched windows with hood moldings. Sold by Schmid Bros. in 1934, it has remained a vital part of Brenham's business district.

LocationMem: 
On West Commerce Street, Brenham, (On the right when traveling east)
Institution: 
Texas Historical Commission.(Marker Number 8392.)
Official/Unofficial: 
Official (Historical Marker Database)
Date of Dedication: 
1993
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