Historical Markers in
Hopkins County, Texas

Ashcroft House Atkins House Atkins House Black Oak Baptist Church City National Bank Confederate Refugees in Texas, C. S. A. Cumby Early Sulphur Bluff First Christian Church First Presbyterian Church of Sulphur Springs First United Methodist Church of Sulphur Springs Forest Academy Cemetery General W. H. King George and Myra Wilson Greenview Community and Cemetery Harmony Methodist Church and Cemetery Hopkins County Hopkins County Courthouse Hopkins County Echo-Daily News-Telegram James Selen Stout Long Cemetery Miller Grove Cemetery Miller Grove Methodist Church Miller Grove School Morning Chapel Missionary Baptist Church Mt. Zion Churches and Cemetery Nelta Cemetery North Liberty Baptist Church Oakland Cumberland Presbyterian Church Pine Forest Church and Cemetery Pine Hill Cumberland Presbyterian Church and Cemetery Richland Cemetery Shooks Chapel Methodist Church Site of Plunkett School Site of the Union Stockade St. Philip's Episcopal Church Stewart Cemetery Sulphur Springs Loan and Building Association Sulphur Springs Volunteer Fire Department and Fire Bell of 1889 Sunny Point Cemetery Townsite of Tarrant Union Communiity Woodland Cemetery
The world's first rodeo was held in Pecos, Texas in 1883. The event included bronco riding, calf roping, and bull riding.
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Hopkins County, located in northeast Texas, has a rich history that dates back to the early 19th century. The area was initially inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Caddo and Cherokee, until European settlers began arriving in the early 1800s. In 1841, the Texas Congress established Hopkins County and named it after Samuel Hopkins, a veteran of the Battle of San Jacinto.

The county's development was greatly influenced by the arrival of the railroad in the late 1870s. The construction of the St. Louis Southwestern Railway, also known as the Cotton Belt Route, opened up new opportunities for trade and agriculture in the area. This led to an increase in population and the establishment of several communities, including Sulphur Springs, the county seat.

Agriculture played a significant role in the county's economy. The fertile soil and favorable climate made it ideal for growing crops such as cotton, corn, and wheat. The introduction of new farming techniques and machinery further improved productivity. In addition to agriculture, the county also had thriving industries such as dairy farming, timber harvesting, and oil and gas production.

Over the years, Hopkins County has maintained its agricultural heritage while embracing modern developments. Today, the county is known for its annual Hopkins County Fall Festival, which celebrates the community's history and culture. It also boasts numerous parks, recreational areas, and historic sites, attracting visitors from near and far. Hopkins County continues to be a vibrant and evolving community, combining its rich history with a focus on progress and growth.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Hopkins County, Texas.

  • 1846 - Hopkins County is formed from portions of Lamar and Nacogdoches counties.
  • 1849 - The county's first settlement, Tarrant, is established.
  • 1870 - The city of Sulphur Springs is founded as the county seat.
  • 1872 - The Texas and Pacific Railway is built through the county, boosting economic development.
  • 1884 - The county courthouse, known as the "Old White Courthouse," is constructed in Sulphur Springs.
  • 1961 - Lake Fork Reservoir is completed, providing a new recreational attraction for the county.
  • 1985 - The city of Sulphur Springs is designated as the "World Champion Hopkins County Stew Capital."
  • 2000 - The Hopkins County Veterans Memorial is dedicated to honor local veterans.