County Guide

Rusk County

Featured

Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Joinerville

Joinerville, located on Texas 64, approximately six miles west of Henderson, is home to the East Texas Oil Field's Discovery Well, once the largest oil field in the world. Joinerville…

Explore Joinerville →

More from Rusk County

Cities

Cities in Rusk County

Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Henderson

Henderson was designated the seat of Rusk County in 1843 and enjoyed rapid growth during…

Explore →

Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

New London

In 1855 with the westward expansion, a post office called London was established and served…

Explore →

Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Tatum

Tatum was established in 1885 when the Santa Fe Railroad was built through the town.…

Explore →
Events

Upcoming Events

Oct
24
Annual Heritage Syrup Festival
Henderson