Literary Landmarks: O.Henry Museum
Short story writer William Sydney Porter, whose pen name was O. Henry, lived in
this home for three years while he spent time in Austin. It was constructed in
1891 and is filled with rare books, O. Henry's writing desk, original furniture,
photographs, personal belongings and the chairs that brought The Gift of the Magi
to life. The home has been moved twice since from its original location at 308
East Fourth Street. It now features a gift shop with books, videotapes and more.
The museum offers writing clubs for Austin children and sponsors many local events
such as the Victorian Christmas celebration and the "O. Henry Pun-Off."
For more information click here: O. Henry House
or here:
Books by O.Henry.
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Today's Birthdays:
- Martin Van Buren (1782-1862), eighth President of the United States
- Walt Disney (1901-1966), animator, film producer, entertainment industry leader
- Calvin Trillin (b. 1935), American journalist, writer, humorist
- Ronnie O'Sullivan (b. 1975), British champion snooker player
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