Marion

14 historical markers in Texas

"The Magnolias"

Jefferson, TX

1867. Built by Lucy Ann, wife of Dan Alley, donor of half of Jefferson's townsite.

Confederate Civil War Meat Packing Plant

Jefferson, TX

About 2 miles to the southwest, the meat plant of J. B. Dunn dressed,packed and shipped beef, pork and mutton to the Confederate army.

First National Bank of Jefferson

Jefferson, TX

Thomas J. Rogers (1832-1918), a native of Mississippi, came to Jefferson in 1856.

Home of Capt. Charles G. Graham

Jefferson, TX

Born in Tennessee, Charles Gibbs Graham (1833-1896) came to Texas in 1843 with his parents.

Jay Gould Railroad Car

Jefferson, TX

Built in 1888 by the American Car & Foundry Company of St. Charles, Missouri, this was the private railway car of Jay Gould (1836-1892).

Jefferson

Jefferson, TX

Founded 1836. Named for President Thomas Jefferson.

Jefferson C. S. A.

Jefferson, TX

(Star and Wreath) Metropolis of commerce and culture for East Texas, Jefferson became important center for Confederate activity.

Marion County Courthouse

Jefferson, TX

The Texas Legislature created Marion County in 1860.

Potter's Point

Smithland, TX

Site of one of most famous events in Texas.

Richard Waterhouse

Jefferson, TX

(Star and Wreath) (January 12, 1833 - March 20, 1876) Native of Tennessee, participant in United States war with Mexico, Texas...

Texas Statesman Charles Allen Culberson

Jefferson, TX

One of Texas' most forceful leaders; 32 years in office as attorney general, governor, U. S. Senator.

The House of the Seasons

Jefferson, TX

Built in 1872 for Benjamin H. Epperson, the House of the Seasons derives its name from the cupola with its stained glass windows that...

The Marsh Place

Jefferson, TX

One of the very early houses in Jefferson-- apparently built by Mr. and Mrs. Dan Parks in 1860, when city was known as greatest river...

The Thurman Place

Jefferson, TX

One of oldest homes in city.

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