
Kallison Block, ca. 1920


The two-story commercial block reflects the Spanish mission influence with decorative elements at the second floor and above the corner entrance. Kallison’s, the famous ranch and western store, has been in business in the area since the 19th century, and maintains a store at the southern end of this block. The cartouche at the second floor over the entrance features a “K” for Kallison.
Before reaching the historic Bexar County Courthouse, in front of the Justice Center, is a recreated portion of the original San Pedro acequia. Native Indians constructed acequias, or irrigation ditches, for the Spanish missions beginning in 1718. These acequias eventually encompassed over 15 miles of channels from the San Antonio River and San Pedro Springs. The San Antonio acequias were designated a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 1968.
Before reaching the historic Bexar County Courthouse, in front of the Justice Center, is a recreated portion of the original San Pedro acequia. Native Indians constructed acequias, or irrigation ditches, for the Spanish missions beginning in 1718. These acequias eventually encompassed over 15 miles of channels from the San Antonio River and San Pedro Springs. The San Antonio acequias were designated a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 1968.
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