Rogers--Bell House
historic place
The Rogers--Bell House, a historic place in East Austin, Travis County, dates to approximately 1861. Edward H. Rogers likely constructed the house around the time of his marriage to Sallie A. Moss. This structure stands as an example of Stick/Eastlake architectural style. It is also described as a stone variation of a Texas dog trot cabin, a unique architectural form for its time. The property served as a mid-nineteenth century farm complex, reflecting the agricultural character of the Austin area during that period. Edward H. Rogers and Sallie A. Moss were its first occupants. Their son, Edward H. Rogers Junior, later resided here until his death in 1937. The Rogers--Bell House was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places on June 24, 1988. This site remains historically significant for its distinctive architecture and its role as a preserved example of a mid-19th century farm complex in Travis County.