Arnottville
Arnottville was on State Highway 171 three miles north of Hillsboro in central Hill County. The community was probably named for Albert M. Arnott (Arnot), who owned 2,000 acres in the area on which he ran cattle. Arnott donated half an acre to build a school and church. The church was used as a circuit-rider stop and usually held Church of Christ services. Because of its proximity to cattle trails the area was a popular resting place for cowboys. In 1905 the Arnott school had sixty-nine pupils. In the 1980s the only remnant of the community was the church, which was no longer in use.
Lisa C. Maxwell | © TSHA
Adapted from the official Handbook of Texas, a state encyclopedia developed by Texas State Historical Association (TSHA). It is an authoritative source of trusted historical records.
- Adoption Status:
- This place has been adopted and will not be available until November 8, 2024
- Adopted by:
- William Conrad
- Dedication Message:
- Albert McMichel Arnott Sr. was a 3rd great-granduncle of mine. Born 1819 in New York, died 1889 Hill County Texas. Came to Texas around 1845.
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Currently Exists
No
Place type
Arnottville is classified as a Town
Location
Latitude: 32.04539000Longitude: -97.15688000
Has Post Office
No
Is Incorporated
No