Historic Downtown Rosenberg (Images of America) - Softcover

Rosenberg was created and thrived with the expansion of the railroad. From the first house in 1883, the city grew to become the "Hub of the Gulf Coast." Rosenberg was the center of commerce for settlers of all nationalities attracted here by fertile land and economic opportunity. In just 30 years, 56 businesses, including banks, loan and land development companies, merchants, doctors, and lawyers, were in the four-block area of the original Downtown Rosenberg Business District. Even celebrities came. For instance, outlaws Bonnie and Clyde ate their last meal at the Eagle Café in 1934. Also, actors John Wayne, Shirley Temple, and Roy Rogers could occasionally be found outside the Cole Theater, and while campaigning, Lyndon B. Johnson had his helicopter land on a downtown roof.

The photographs in this book are from treasured family albums, the Fort Bend County Museum Association, and private collections. The Rosenberg Historians have spent three years obtaining photographs and information in order to assemble this labor of love. Members are from all walks of life but are dedicated to one goal--to preserve the history of Downtown Rosenberg for future generations.