Historical Marker

Town Bluff

Historical marker location:

Woodville, Texas

( FM 92)

County seat of Menard County which was created in 1842. Original seat of government for Tyler County created in 1846.

A ferry has been operated at this point continuously since 1833. Was commercial center of this section and important river port until railroads were constructed through the county.

Erected by the State of Texas---1936.