Blackland TX · Historical markers
J. A. Megarity Homestead
Near Retreat, on private property
The marker
James A. Megarity (1838-1911) was born in Georgia and served in the Confederate army during the Civil War. He took part in several important battles including Gettysburg and Petersburg. He was also present at the surrender of Gen. Robert E. Lee. Megarity wed Narcissa C. Hardman in 1859, and they came to Texas in 1872. After renting land for a time, they bought this site in 1876 and built their home. Megarity's land holdings grew to 187 acres, and he became a prosperous area farmer. The Megaritys were members of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South. (1983)
Where it stands
Source: Texas Historical Commission, Texas Historic Sites Atlas, record 5349007228, read 17 September 2026.