Cotton Exchange Building
historical marker
The Cotton Exchange Building, a historical landmark, is situated in Downtown Austin, Travis County, Texas. It stands at the intersection of East 6th Street and Trinity Street, with its historical marker located along the building's wall. This structure was originally built in 1874. Merchant Charles Wolf engaged architect H. A. Hancock to design the building, which featured finished facades on both its front and back. The historical marker itself was erected by the City of Austin. The precise year this marker was placed is not explicitly documented. The presence of a Cotton Exchange Building in Austin highlights the city's historical connection to the regional cotton trade during the late 19th century. Cotton was a principal cash crop in Travis County at that time. This site serves as a tangible link to Austin's commercial past.