Texas Points of Interest

James Polk Johnson - Windmill and Cooler House


The James Polk Johnson - Windmill And Cooler House is a historical and cultural point of interest in Texas that is a must-visit spot for history buffs and sightseers. Located within the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, the James Polk Johnson Windmill and Cooler House is a well-preserved, 19th-century windmill and cooler house, which once served as a vital source of water and irrigation for the surrounding community.

The windmill and cooler house was built in the late 1800s and was used to pump water from the nearby San Antonio River to irrigate crops and provide drinking water for the local community. Visitors to the site can explore the windmill and cooler house, which features a wooden water wheel and a stone cooling chamber. Additionally, visitors can take guided tours of the surrounding area and learn about the history of the region.

There are several good reasons to visit the James Polk Johnson - Windmill And Cooler House. Firstly, the site offers a unique opportunity to learn about the history of the area and how people lived in Texas during the 19th century. Additionally, the site is located within the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, which is home to several other historical sites and attractions, making it a great destination for those interested in history and nature.

Overall, the James Polk Johnson - Windmill And Cooler House is a fascinating and educational point of interest in Texas that is definitely worth a visit. With its historic architecture, beautiful surroundings, and rich history, it is sure to leave a lasting impression on all who visit. Get driving directions.
JAMES POLK JOHNSON - WINDMILL AND COOLER HOUSE

Points of Interest
Location
A Century of Use
A Grand Entrance
A Land Transformed
A More Perfect Society
A Presidential Hometown
A River Runs Through
Airplane Hangar Visitor Center
Aviation - Key to the Texas White House
Bringing Washington Home
Bruckner Barn - 1884
Carport
Cedar Guest House (Private)
Communicating with the World
Conserving The Landscape
Corrals
Danz Cabins
East Gate
Education for All
Flagpole Dedication to Rebekah Baines Johnson (President's mother)
Former Barracks area holding military trailers during presidential years
Friendship Stones
Frontier Legacy
Generations of Johnsons
Hereford: Breed of Choice
Historic Building
Housing the World
James Polk Johnson Barn - 1875
James Polk Johnson - Windmill and Cooler House
Johnson Cabin
Johnson City
Johnson Settlement.
Johnson Settlement Event Center
Johnson Settlement History
Junction School
Klein Maintenance Shop
LBJ Boyhood Home
LBJ National Historical Park Visitor Center
LBJ State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center
LBJ State Park Baseball Field
LBJ - The Image
Lifetime of Service
Loading Chute
Lockheed JetStar and Cover Structure
Low Water Crossing
Lyndon B. Johnson Boyhood Home - 1920s
Lyndon B. Johnson Legacy
Lyndon Johnson Birthplace
Martin Barn
Mr. Jelly Bean
Oriole Bailey House
Pool Cabana
Ranch Foreman Home
Roots of a Frontier President
Sam and Eliza Johnson Cabin - 1860s
Sam and Eliza Johnson Farmhouse
Sam and Eliza Johnson Home
Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm
Secret Service Command Post
Show Barn
State Historic Marker for Johnson Boyhood Home
Swimming Pool
Tetrahedron - Air directional indicator for airstrip
Texas White House
The Barbecue Grove
The Environmental First Lady
The Environmental President
The Jet Age Arrives
The Junction School
The LBJ Ranch: A Living Legend
The Reconstructed Birthplace
The Show Barn
The Texas White House
The Working Corrals
Valley Irrigation System
Watering the Landscape
White House Communications Complex
Withers & Spauldings General Store

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Inks Lake State Park 197 920 ft
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Blanco State Park 35 1,319 ft
Colorado Bend State Park 35 1,284 ft
Cedar Point Rec Area Numerous 1,016 ft
Canyon of the Eagles Nature Park 33 1,103 ft