Heinatz Homestead
Location: Located .2 miles south on Bagdad Rd. from the intersection of F.M. 2243 and Bagdad Rd.
Marker Text:
Built in fall of 1850, along with adjoining store and post office, all of native stone, by John Frederick Heinatz (1822-91), a settler from Germany. He was for many years postmaster of Bagdad, a public school trustee, superintendent of Sunday School, banker, and practical advisor to his neighbors. He married Emilie Krohn and had nine children, six boys and three girls, seven of whom lived to adulthood in this home. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1972.
(1972)