Haynes-DeLashwah House
historic place
The Haynes-DeLashwah House is a historic place in Austin, Travis County. Built around 1890, this one-and-a-half-story Eastlake style house is located in East Austin, on Cactus Point at the intersection of Rosewood and East 11th streets. It is notable for its decorated gable ends, porches, handsome corbeled chimneys, and well-preserved interior woodwork. The house was home to two significant Austin figures. City councilmember Harry L. Haynes was an early resident. Later, Thomas DeLashwah, Austin's first Black pharmacist, resided in the home. The Haynes-DeLashwah House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. It has undergone adaptive reuse, serving as commercial offices and later as a restaurant. Its history reflects important political and community leadership in Austin. The precise construction date and original builder are not known.