William H. Gaston

Biography

William H. Gaston, born in 1840, became one of the foremost bankers and land developers of Dallas during a period of rapid expansion. He invested in railroads and urban infrastructure, helping to guide his adopted city through transformative years of growth.

Gaston was also a generous supporter of educational and charitable causes, believing that a thriving community required both economic vitality and civic responsibility. His legacy endures in the institutions and neighborhoods that benefited from his foresight.