Henderson, Texas
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16miles Southwest of HendersonMartin Creek Lake was experiencing very low lake levels. One Boat Ramp in the park was closed &... continue
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Depot Museum and Children's Discovery Center
Restored 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 Museums
Harmony Hill Ghost Town
Eighteen 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 Towns
East Texas Discovery Well
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 History
Rose Hill Ampitheater
Unique amphitheater is located in natural crater that is 60 feet deep and 300
Henderson, TX Amphitheaters
Things to do near Henderson, TX
Dogwood Hills Country Club
Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...
Old Town Well
Dug to a depth of 27 feet by slave labor in 1860, the old town well supplied citizens as well as travelers on El Camino Real ...
Woodlands Trails
1.8-mile walking trail through one of the finest old pine stands in East Texas. Close-up views of 225-year-old longleaf pines...
Gladewater Saturday Night Opry
Toe-tapping country/Western music show and comedy stage show every Sat. night. Free gospel show on Fri. night. ...
Nathan H. Davis Pioneer Complex & Museum
An example of a pioneer home, the Davis log house was originally built in 1851 for local attorney Nathan H. Davis. Furniture ...