Historical Marker

Kentucky Town

· Whitewright · Grayson

Texas marker

Inscription

When first settled in 1830s was known as Annaliza. Renamed by Kentucky emigrants in 1858. Unique layout gave town protection against Indian attacks. On freight and stage routes. "Sacred Harp," a robust frontier gospel style of singing and composition, began here. During Civil War was Quantrill gang rendezvous.

Location

CityWhitewright
CountyGrayson
StateTexas

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