Max Starcke Park (Seguin, TX)

  Max Starcke Park in Seguin, Texas, is a 227‑acre crown jewel along the Guadalupe River—rich in history, brimming with amenities, and a vibrant hub of community life since its dedication in 1938. History & Origins Land & Vision The park sits on what was once a pecan orchard. In 1933, Mayor Max Starcke, passionate about civic improvement, collaborated with architect Robert H. H. Hugman (later of San Antonio River Walk fame) to transform the site into a grand riverside retreat . New Deal Legacy Construction was funded by the Works Progress Administration and executed by the National Youth Administration and local volunteers. The park opened in 1938 featuring tennis and shuffleboard courts, volleyball, a pool, a pavilion, a 9‑hole golf course, and a riverside drive . Saffold Dam & Power Plant A historic centerpiece is the Saffold Dam—built in 1853, remodeled during park construction—and the adjacent power plant, which once powered both the mill and town . Evolution & ...