Visit Swenson House: A Historic Treasure in Abilene, Texas
Swenson House stands tall in Abilene, Texas, at 1726 Swenson Street , a striking two-story mansion built in 1910 by Swedish-American entrepreneur William Gray Swenson and his wife, Shirley McCollum Swenson. Designed by architect William Preston, this elegant home blends Prairie and Spanish Colonial Revival styles. In 1928, the Swensons added brick veneer, a grape arbor, clay-tile roofing, and decorative touches that made the home even more unique. Originally part of a vast 58-acre ranch, the estate has since been reduced to a beautifully preserved two-acre city block . Today, it is owned by the Swenson House Historical Society and managed alongside the Abilene Preservation League. The property is open for guided tours, special events, and community gatherings. History & Legacy William Swenson was a well-known banker and civic leader—president of Citizens National Bank, Abilene Light, the Abilene Ice Company, and a director of several railroads. He and his wife raised four...