Hormel Historic Home

Built in1871 The Hormel Historic Home strives to preserve the History and Legacy of the George A. and Lillian Hormel Family. Our mission is to honor their family values of Hospitality, Music/Arts and Education for the community.

Today, it serves as a museum and event center with a 200 seat banquet hall and Peace Garden.

HHH History

Built in 1871 by John Cook, an area businessman and politician, the red brick Home was a great example of Italiante style. In 1901 George and Lillian purchased the home for $3000 and began extensive remodeling. They imported many materials from Europe and brought George's German heritage into the decor. They stuccoed the exterior and added the columns to raise the roof line.

In 1927 George decided to retire from the company and he and Lillian moved to Bel Air, California. The Hormels were generous supporters of many Austin organizations and they were passionate about the need for a permanent home for a Y.W.C.A. to serve young women in Austin and those new to the city. On the day the Hormels handed over possession of the home to the YWCA Lillian said this, "We could get no more pleasure out of it than to see it made use of by the girls of the city." To the directors she said "...you are planting the ideals of higher living in the hearts of the girls of Austin."

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