Historical Marker
Independence
Historical marker location:
Independence, Texas
( Intersection of FM 50 and FM 390, Independence.)
Settled in 1824. Named in 1836 to commemorate Texas independence. Important early-day town.
Baylor University began here, 1845.
Residence of family of Gen. Sam Houston, Texas hero, 1853-1867. Mrs. Houston is buried here.
Confederate Quartermaster Sub-depot, 1864.
Many historic sites marked.
Texas is known for its barbecue, and one of the most famous barbecue restaurants in the state is Kreuz Market in Lockhart. The restaurant has been in operation since 1900 and is still family-owned.