Angelina Eberly Statue, Austin
Angelina Belle Peyton Eberly, born on July 2, 1798, and passing away on August 15, 1860, was not only an innkeeper but also a significant figure in the history of Austin, particularly during the Texas Archive War. In 1836, she married Captain Jacob Eberly, who was a widower at the time. Together, they relocated to Austin in 1839, where they established the Eberly House, an inn or tavern.
On October 18, 1839, President Mirabeau B. Lamar and his cabinet had a meal at her establishment instead of the official presidential residence. Later, when Sam Houston succeeded Lamar, he chose to reside at the Eberly House, further highlighting its importance.
In December 1842, Sam Houston decided to secretly relocate the government archives of the Republic to the safety of Washington-on-the-Brazos. Mrs. Eberly realized that this meant the removal of vital symbols of the national government from Austin. In response, she fired a six-pound cannon into the General Land Office Building, which caught the attention of the townsfolk, who saw it as an act of theft. This event sparked what is now known as the Archive War. Ultimately, the Austinites emerged victorious in this conflict, ensuring that Austin remained the capital of Texas and the guardian of the state's archives.
Today, a bronze statue of Angelina Eberly, created by Pat Oliphant, stands near the location where she played a pivotal role in preserving Austin as the capital city of Texas.
On October 18, 1839, President Mirabeau B. Lamar and his cabinet had a meal at her establishment instead of the official presidential residence. Later, when Sam Houston succeeded Lamar, he chose to reside at the Eberly House, further highlighting its importance.
In December 1842, Sam Houston decided to secretly relocate the government archives of the Republic to the safety of Washington-on-the-Brazos. Mrs. Eberly realized that this meant the removal of vital symbols of the national government from Austin. In response, she fired a six-pound cannon into the General Land Office Building, which caught the attention of the townsfolk, who saw it as an act of theft. This event sparked what is now known as the Archive War. Ultimately, the Austinites emerged victorious in this conflict, ensuring that Austin remained the capital of Texas and the guardian of the state's archives.
Today, a bronze statue of Angelina Eberly, created by Pat Oliphant, stands near the location where she played a pivotal role in preserving Austin as the capital city of Texas.
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Sight Name: Angelina Eberly Statue
Sight Location: Austin, USA (See walking tours in Austin)
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