Tavern Oak

Historical marker location:

Jasper, Texas

( Houston Street, Jasper)

Marker installed: 1997

The stately Tavern Oak was destroyed in an August 9, 1996, windstorm. The 275-year-old landmark is succeeded by a new oak planeted in it's place.

Texas is known for its love of football, and the state has produced many great football players, including legends like Tom Landry, Earl Campbell, and Vince Young.