Scholz Garten
historic place
Scholz Garten, a historic place in Austin, Texas, is located in Travis County. German immigrant August Scholz opened Scholz's Hall at this site in 1866. Scholz had acquired the property in 1862. The establishment quickly became a central gathering place for German immigrant culture in Austin. Around the turn of the century, the original hall was replaced by the current building. In 1908, the Austin Saengerrunde, a German social club, purchased the property. They expanded the site by adding an adjacent hall and a bowling alley. The Texas legislature formally honored Scholz Garten in 1966. They recognized it as a gathering place for Texans, highlighting its role in epitomizing German heritage in the state. A historical marker was erected here in 1967. Scholz Garten stands as one of the oldest continuously operating businesses in Texas. It continues to represent a significant part of Austin's historical and cultural landscape.