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.
Part 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 SitesIn East Texas near the Texas-Louisiana state line on Interstate Highway 20 East, one of the 12
Waskom, TX Information CentersBeautiful hill, forest and lake scenery both north and south on U.S. 69; also along F.M. 747 and F.M. 2138 (neither shown on ...
Excellent small library provides services to city and surrounding area; includes genealogy department and War of the Rebellio...
This 16,550-seat outdoor performing arts center, surrounded by lush, green forest, hosts some of Texas' best live performance...
Features one of the largest private collections of memorabilia from this epic story of the Old South. Among the hundreds of i...
Houstan County Lake has a good reputation in regards to anglers having the chance of catching a trophy bass. There is standi...