Victoria County
307 South Williams Street
Victoria, TX 77901-8132
Historical Significance:
In February 23, 1934, one of the daughters of an old Victoria family and a group of her friends began the official steps to organize a Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. Mrs. Genevieve Power Stevenson was elected Organizing Regent, and on September 14, 1936, a Charter was granted. Built by her father in 1894. She donated this home to DAR,UDC and DRT who own it today.
Acknowledgements: All owner organizations meet at the Power Home and it is open to the public for special tours.This home will be on the tour of Historic Homes in April 2015. Featured in July 2002 National DAR Magazine.