Historical Marker

Fayette County

Historical marker location:
La Grange, Texas
( Corner of N. College & E. Travis St., La Grange. (La Grange, US Hy 77 - State Hy 71))
Marker installed: 1936

Formed from Colorado and Bastrop counties. Created December 14, 1837. Organized January 1, 1838. Named in honor of Marquis de LaFayette. 1757-1834.

Nobleman and republican friend of Washington and of the United States. County Seat, La Grange.

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