Historical Markers in
Sabine County, Texas

Alfred D. & Martha (Causey) Oliphint Barney C. Lowe Bayou Bethany Baptist Church Brookeland United Methodist Church C. A. Nethery & Sons General Merchandise CCC Camp 2887 F-18-T Cedar Grove Baptist Church Clark-Dickey and Smith Cemeteries Clark-James House County Line Baptist Church and Cemetery Dennis Cemetery El Lobanillo Ener Cemetery Fairmount Cemetery First Baptist Church of Hemphill Francis Marcus Weatherred Gaines Memorial Bridge Gellatly Family Cemetery Geneva Myrtle Springs Cemetery Goodrich, William F. and Bertha Sutor, House Harper Chapel Cemetery Harper Chapel Church Hemphill Hemphill Cemetery Hemphill First United Methodist Church Isaac Low Cemetery James Frederick Gomer Cemetery James Taylor Gaines John C. Hale Jones-Sweet House Las Boregas Camp Site Lowe Cemetery Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery Matthew Arnold Parker McGown Cemetery McMahan's Chapel Meador Cemetery Mial Scurlock Milam Milam Milam Cemetery Mt. Sinai Cemetery New Hope-Bethel Baptist Church Oakhill Cemetery Old Centerview Cemetery Oliphint Chapel Cemetery Payne-Williams Cemetery Pineland Pineland School Sabine County Sabine County Sabine County Courthouse Sabine County Jail Sabine Town Cemetery Sabinetown Scurlock Cemetery Site of East Mayfield Speights-Pratt Cemetery Springhill Cemetery Starr Funeral Home The Milam Masonic Institute Thomas Johnson School Two Miles Southeast to McMahan's Chapel William Gasby Cemetery Yellowpine Cemetery
The Battle of San Jacinto fought on April 21, 1836, was the decisive battle of the Texas Revolution, and led to the capture of Santa Anna and the end of the conflict.
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Sabine County, located in the eastern region of Texas, has a rich history that dates back thousands of years. The area was initially inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Caddo and Atakapa tribes, who relied on the fertile land and abundant water sources for sustenance. European exploration of the region began in the 16th century when Spanish expeditions led by Alonso Álvarez de Pineda explored the Gulf Coast, including the Sabine River.

In the early 19th century, Sabine County became a part of the newly established Mexican state of Coahuila y Tejas. The area attracted American settlers who were lured by the fertile soil for farming and the potential for trade along the Sabine River. One influential settler, James Gaines, established the city of Milam in 1835, which would later become the county seat of Sabine County.

The history of Sabine County is closely intertwined with the struggle for independence and the establishment of the Republic of Texas. During the Texas Revolution, the area witnessed several significant events, such as the Battle of Nacogdoches in 1832 and the Battle of Gaines' Ferry in 1836. After Texas gained independence from Mexico in 1836, Sabine County became a part of the newly formed Republic of Texas.

As the years went by, Sabine County experienced various economic booms and downturns, primarily driven by industries such as timber and oil. The timber industry played a vital role in the county's early development, with sawmills and logging camps becoming prominent features of the local economy. In the early 20th century, the discovery of oil led to a short-lived but significant oil boom in the area, attracting numerous companies and workers.

Today, Sabine County remains a vibrant and diverse community, with a mix of rural and urban areas. Its rich history is celebrated through various cultural events and landmarks, showcasing its role as an integral part of Texas's heritage.

This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Sabine County, Texas.

  • 1836: Sabine County is established and organized as a county of the Republic of Texas.
  • 1843: The town of Hemphill is established as the county seat of Sabine County.
  • 1854: The Sabine Pass Lighthouse is constructed on the Sabine Pass.
  • 1861: Sabine County residents vote overwhelmingly in favor of secession from the Union.
  • 1881: The Texas State Penitentiary is established in Sabine County.
  • 1936: Toledo Bend Reservoir, one of the largest man-made lakes in the United States, is completed along the Sabine River.
  • 1957: The Sabine River Authority of Texas is created to manage the water resources of the Sabine River Basin.
  • 1976: The Sabine County Historical Commission is established to preserve and promote the county's history.
  • 1990: The Sabine County Courthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.