Historical Marker
Eden
Historical marker location:
S. Main St., Eden, Texas
( Earl Rudder Park, S. Main St. south of Jackson St.)
Marker installed: 1964
Founded 1882. Incorporated 1910. Named for Frederick Ede, native of England and pioneer ranchman on whose land the town was located, and who donated land for this public square.
Farming and ranching area. Wool and mohair marketing center. Elevation 2,052 feet. Location of Concho County Hospital.