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
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
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
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
B.A. Steinhagen Lake Fishing
B.A. Steinhagen Lake comprises approximately 10,000 surface acres. The lake is officially listed at 13,800 surface acres, bu...
Historic Upshur Museum
General history museum in 1925-vintage Gilmer Post Office building on courthouse square. Chronological exhibits including Cad...
Davy Crockett National Forest
Nearest entrance southwest 6 miles on Texas 21....
Historic Inns
Excelsior House - 19th-century hotel numbered among its guests Ulysses S. Grant, Rutherford B. Hayes, Jay Gould and Oscar Wil...
Visitor Information
For more information on city accommodations, restaurants, and events, stop by the Nacogdoches Convention and Visitors Bureau ...