Landmark Awards
The Landmarks Committee of the Heritage Association is responsible for assisting in the preservation of buildings, markers and historical sites. This committee annually selects up to four (4) residential or commercial building(s) at least seventy-five (75) years old that are worthy of citation for preservation projects completed during the past three years. Landmark Awards are presented to the property owners at the annual meeting. The award consists of a bronze plaque to be affixed to the building or residence.
The 2019 Landmark Award: 545 W. Hopkins Street
The newly restored Moore-Hopson House at 545 W. Hopkins Street is one of the finest examples of Renaissance Revival in the historic district. The home was built in 1928 by John M. and Elizabeth Louise Moore. It remained in the possession of this family for 90 years until it was sold in 2018 to the current owner, Barrie Breed.
When built in the 1920s with its original yellow brick veneer and white stone trim, it was considered one of the finest homes in San Marcos. The first floor consisted of a kitchen, butler’s pantry, dining room, living room, and study with fireplaces. The second floor included four bedrooms and one bathroom. The master bedroom features French doors that open to a “sleeping porch.” The Moores’ only child, Bess, married Wilbur Hopson and raised six children in the stately home. In 1968, the Hopsons added a large family room with a fireplace, a laundry room and a bedroom with a full bath. Two of the Hopson children, Laura Weatherford and Sue Cole, still reside in San Marcos.
In the process of restoring the residence, Barrie Breed has been actively involved in recording the history of the Moore-Hopson House, preserving its legacy and maintaining its integrity.
The newly restored Moore-Hopson House at 545 W. Hopkins Street is one of the finest examples of Renaissance Revival in the historic district. The home was built in 1928 by John M. and Elizabeth Louise Moore. It remained in the possession of this family for 90 years until it was sold in 2018 to the current owner, Barrie Breed.
When built in the 1920s with its original yellow brick veneer and white stone trim, it was considered one of the finest homes in San Marcos. The first floor consisted of a kitchen, butler’s pantry, dining room, living room, and study with fireplaces. The second floor included four bedrooms and one bathroom. The master bedroom features French doors that open to a “sleeping porch.” The Moores’ only child, Bess, married Wilbur Hopson and raised six children in the stately home. In 1968, the Hopsons added a large family room with a fireplace, a laundry room and a bedroom with a full bath. Two of the Hopson children, Laura Weatherford and Sue Cole, still reside in San Marcos.
In the process of restoring the residence, Barrie Breed has been actively involved in recording the history of the Moore-Hopson House, preserving its legacy and maintaining its integrity.
