Ace of Clubs House (Texarkana, Texas)

USA / Texas / Texarkana / Texarkana, Texas

420 Pine Street
Texarkana, TX 75501
According to local legend, money to build the Ace of Clubs House came from the winnings of a poker game won with the draw of the ace of clubs. Local lumberman, entrepreneur and Confederate Veteran, James H. Draughon, built the home in 1885 in a trefoil design resembling the shape of the ace of clubs playing card. The unique Italianate Victorian style structure features a floor plan said to be inspired by the lucky card. One rectangular and three octagonal rooms are arranged around a central octagon, which serves as the rotunda of the home.
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Coordinates:   33°25'26"N   94°2'38"W
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