Some interesting history at work here

From 12th Street
From 12th Street opposite of Lamar Boulevard, the old TMI building sits high atop a ridge.
User: Austin Explorer - 8/12/2009

Location: Texas Military Institute

Rating: 4stars


Comments:

Stopped by here during a lunch break to see how the place looked from the street.  I had heard reports that the previous developer owner moved out and that the place was being abused, but it looked fine on this day.  The photos are from an earlier visit.



Log Photos
Texas Military Institute
From 12th Street
Tower
Area around Texas Military Institute
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