Established in 1850, Waskom was originally known as Powellton. The name changed to Waskom Station in 1872 to honor the man who was instrumental in bringing the Southern Pacific Railroad through the community. Waskom Gas Field was discovered in 1924.
Be sure to check out the New Waskom Cafe, Holly Berry Restaurant and Tea Room, and the Senior Citizens Arts and Crafts Shop. Each are conveniently located on U.S. 80 in the heart of the town.
In East Texas near the Texas-Louisiana state line on Interstate Highway 20 East, one of the 12
Waskom, TX Information CentersPart old-fashioned general store, part museum, this establishment offers a wide variety of merchandise as well as nostalgia. Store has been used in several Disney films. On F.M. 134, west 3
Waskom, TX Historic SitesMany Forest Service Roads in Sabine National Forest offer exceptional scenery. One excellent route is to Shelbyville via Texa...
Museum houses the archives, archeology, history and artifacts of Newton County. It is also a genealogical library....
Historical depository for the 10 counties originally carved from Atascosito-Liberty district of the Republic of Mexico. Archi...
In old library building, exhibits feature artifacts reflecting Tyler's historic, social and economic culture. Displays featur...
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