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Read About the History of NACA

Before 1850
NACA History
The Tonkawa Indians

The Tonkawa Indians were the most common in this area around the time of Austin's founding. The Comanches and Lipan Apaches also frequently ranged into the vicinity. All the tribes were nomadic, moving their camps frequently to follow the available food supply. Read more here.

Before 1850
NACA History
Small Farm Community

Anglo-American settlers arrived in the Texas area in the early nineteenth century, and pushed indigenous tribes out. The boundaries of NACA eventually became a small, but independent farming community.

Early 1850's
NACA History
First Home Built

Josiah Fiske, surveyor and land speculator, built the first home in this part of Northern Travis County on a land grant awarded for his service in the Battle of San Jacinto.

1873
NACA History
Fiskville Community Established

The first post office was established and the community is named Fiskville in honor of its founder.

1854
NACA History
The House at 9019 is Built

The house at 9019 Parkfield is built by Edward Zimmerman. NACA neighborhood boasts one of the three oldest buildings in the City of Austin; only the French Legation and a log house built in 1847 are older.

1856
NACA History
Settlement Home Foundation Built

Zimmerman’s affairs prospered and he sold the fachwerk house and built a larger stone home which now contains the offices of the Settlement Home at 1600 Payton Gin Rd.

1857
NACA History
The Fiskville School

The area’s first school is a stone building. It was later destroyed by fire and replaced by a three-room frame structure known as the Fiskville School.

Mid - 1880's
NACA History
Population Reaches 120

The population grows to 120. In the later years of the nineteenth century, Fiskville is a popular destination for Austin residents wishing to spend a day or an evening in the country.

1959
NACA History
Fiskville County School District Consolidates

The Fiskville County School District was consolidated with the Austin Independent School District. Fiskville remained a separate community until annexed by Austin.

Mid - 1960's and Early 1970's
NACA History
NACA Neighborhood Planning Area Goes Through Annexation

Once a suburb of the City of Austin, the NACA Neighborhood Planning area is annexed in stages over time. With annexation came unplanned growth and the loss of the area’s predominantly rural character.

1972
NACA History
NACA is formed

NACA - the North Austin Civic Association is formed, uniting community residents, businesses, and property owners who are interested in facing challenges and improving quality of life in the area.

1985
NACA History
North Lamar Area Study

North Lamar Area Study is completed, and cements permanent zoning changes. During this time, a number of apartment complexes are built throughout the neighborhood.

1995
NACA History
Quail Creek Neighborhood Park and the Chris Mosqueda Hike and Bike Trail Opens

The Quail Creek Neighborhood Park and the Chris Mosqueda Hike and Bike Trail opens with ribbon cutting and dedication.

October 22, 1998
NACA History
City Council Selects NACA to Develop a Neighborhood Plan

City Council selected the North Austin Civic Association Neighborhood to receive full staff support to develop a Neighborhood Plan.

June 29, 2000
NACA History
NACA Neighborhood Plan is Adopted

After gathering information and soliciting input through a variety of means, the NACA Neighborhood Plan is adopted by ordinance as an amendment to the City of Austin’s Comprehensive Plan.

 

Zimmerman house bit (1909 Parkfield)

https://www.preservationaustin.org/news/2021/2/3/new-life-for-north-austins-zimmerman-house