Historical Markers in
San Augustine County, Texas

Alexander Horton Cemetery An Early Presbyterian Church in Texas Anderson House Antioch Cemetery Antioch Church of Christ Augus Theatre Bland-Fisher Home Bobbitt Family Cemetery Bodine Place Camp San Augustine World War II POW Camp Captain T. W. Blount House Chapel Hill Cemetery China Grove - Dr. B. F. Sharp House Chinquapin Cemetery (Loggins Family Burial Ground) Christ Church Col. Philip A. Sublett Col. Sexton House Columbus-Cartwright House Crocket House Cullen House Dickerson Cemetery Early Texas Sawmill Edward O. LeGrand Elisha Roberts First United Methodist Church of San Augustine Fonville Cemetery Harring House - Straddle Fork Hillcrest Home of Col. Stephen William Blount Home of Matthew Cartwright Home of Thomas S. McFarland Horatio Hanks House Inlow Lee Mathews House James Pinckney Henderson Jerusalem Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church Ketchum Place Lewis Hotel Little Flock Cemetery Macune Cemetery Mathews, Inlow and Jeanette, House Matthew Cartwright Home McCauley House McRae Cemetery McRae Church Memorial Presbyterian Church Mission Nuestra Senora de los Dolores de los Ais Newt Whitton House (DEMOLISHED) Norwood Community Norwood House Old Brookeland Depot Old Garrett House Old Greer House Old Hollis Building Old Mott House Old Polk-Sharp House Old Sardis Cemetery Old Union School Old Wade Place "Pet" Sharp House Polk House Price-Sossaman-Slaughter Cemetery Rev. Samuel A. Williams Roberts Baptist Church Sam Houston in San Augustine San Augustine San Augustine City Cemetery San Augustine County Courthouse San Augustine County Jail Shiloh-New Hope Community Cemetery Simp Miller House Site of Home of James Pinckney Henderson Site of Law Office of Kenneth L. Anderson Site of Old Customhouse Site of San Augustine University Site of the Battle of Fredonia Site of the First Methodist Episcopal Church Site of the home of Elisha Roberts Site of the "Red Lander" Office Site of Wesleyan College St. Augustine Catholic Church Stephen W. Blount Home Straddle Fork Sublett House Teel Family Burying Ground The Gatling House The Thompson Family Thomas Cemetery William Garrett House
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San Augustine County, located in the eastern part of Texas, has a rich and fascinating history that dates back centuries. The area was originally inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Atakapa and Caddo peoples. It wasn't until the 18th century that European settlers began to arrive, with the Spanish establishing a mission and presidio in the region.

In the early 19th century, San Augustine County became a part of the newly formed Republic of Mexico. However, tensions soon arose as American settlers began to outnumber the Mexican population. This led to the Texas Revolution in 1836, and San Augustine County played an important role in the struggle for Texan independence. The town of San Augustine served as the headquarters of the Texas Revolutionary Army during the Battle of Nacogdoches.

After Texas gained its independence, San Augustine County became a part of the Republic of Texas. The area saw rapid growth and development during this time, with the establishment of schools, churches, and businesses. The county's economy was primarily based on agriculture, with cotton being the primary crop. The timber industry also played a significant role, as the county was rich in valuable timber resources.

In the 20th century, San Augustine County faced several challenges, including the Great Depression and the decline of the timber industry. However, the county has worked hard to preserve its rich history and promote tourism. Today, visitors can explore historic sites such as the Mission Dolores State Historic Site, which features the remains of an 18th-century Spanish mission, and the Augus Theater, a historic movie theater that has been restored to its former glory. San Augustine County remains a place where the past intertwines with the present, showcasing the resilience and rich heritage of East Texas.

This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of San Augustine County, Texas.

  • 1717: San Augustine County is established as the first Spanish municipality in Texas.
  • 1824: Mexico gains independence from Spain, and San Augustine County becomes part of the Mexican state of Coahuila y Tejas.
  • 1836: Texas declares independence from Mexico, and San Augustine County becomes part of the Republic of Texas.
  • 1846: The Republic of Texas is annexed by the United States, and San Augustine County becomes part of the state of Texas.
  • 1896: The town of San Augustine is incorporated.
  • 1939: The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department establishes the Mission Dolores State Historic Site in San Augustine County.
  • 1980: The county courthouse in San Augustine is added to the National Register of Historic Places.
  • 1991: San Augustine County celebrates its 275th anniversary.