Henderson, Texas
Best Western Inn Of Henderson
(903)657-9561
1500 Highway 259 South
Henderson, TX 75654Budget Inn
(903)657-2592
100 State Highway 43 East
Henderson, TX 75652Budget Inn
(903)657-2592
100 State Highway 43 East
Henderson, TX 75652
In 1927, Columbus M. "Dad" Joiner believed there was oil in Rusk County. Joiner and an Oklahoma attorney and oil promoter had won and lost two fortunes in oil, and despite nearing age 70, he was beginning another search "without even the proverbial shoestring."
Henderson, TX Oil HistoryEighteen miles northeast on Texas 43, The Harmony Hill Ghost Town was important trade center known as Nip and Tuck in 1850. Bypassed by railroads, the town declined, and in 1906
Henderson, TX Ghost TownsRestored 1901 Missouri Pacific RR depot houses museum of county history in old waiting room and office. Warehouse portion is hands-on learning center for children 3 to 11. On grounds is 1908 restored "Arnold Outhouse," first in state to receive historical marker. Ornate, gingerbread-style, "
Henderson, TX MuseumsUnique amphitheater is located in natural crater that is 60 feet deep and 300
Henderson, TX AmphitheatersCanyon Rim Trail is located off Hwy. 87 north of Burkeville. Various tree species and points of interest are identified, and ...
Houstan County Lake has a good reputation in regards to anglers having the chance of catching a trophy bass. There is standi...
Historical exhibits, including antique dolls, old buggy, are in restored historic bank building on square. Texas Tearoom is o...
An example of a pioneer home, the Davis log house was originally built in 1851 for local attorney Nathan H. Davis. Furniture ...