Historical Markers in Gregg County, Texas
Allis-Chalmers Pumps
Alpine Presbyterian Church
Bethel Baptist Church
Big Inch Pipeline
Brown-Birdsong House
Bumpus House
Campbell "Honeymoon Home"
Cherokee Trace
Dalton Gang's Last Raid
Danville Community
David Sutton Meredith
David Sutton Meredith, Jr.
Dean-Keener-Crim House
Delta Drilling Company
Dr. E. L. and Nannie Lewis Walker House
Driller Park
Dundee Angus Ranch Home, 1859
Early Teague Home
Elmira and Aaron T. Castleberry, II
Elmira Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Everett Building
F. L. Whaley House
Finch Family Home
First Baptist Church of Judson
First Baptist Church of Kilgore
First Baptist Church of Longview
First Christian Church of Longview
First Franchised Motor Bus Line in Texas
First Methodist Church of Longview
First Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church of Longview
First United Methodist Church of Gladewater
Fisher Cemetery
Former Site of Longview High School
Foshee Family Homestead
General John Gregg
Gladewater
Grable Cemetery
Greenwood Cemetery
Gregg County
Gregg County Discovery Oil Well, F. K. Lathrop A-1, Aransas Fuel Oil Co.
Gum Spring Presbyterian Church (New Danville)
Harmon General Hospital Chapel
Jerusalem Baptist Church
John Ben Shepperd
John Ben Shepperd
John Tyson Smith
Johnny Cace's Seafood and Steak House
Judge J. N. Campbell Home
Kilgore
Kilgore College Administration Building
Kilgore Colored and C. B. Dansby Schools
Kilgore High School
Kilgore National Bank Building
Kilgore Public Library
Lewis-Bivins House
Liberty City
Longview
Longview Community Center
Longview Junction
Longview Municipal Building and Central Fire Station
Longview Train Depot
Longview Womack High School
Lou Della Crim Home
Martin Hays
Mt. Pleasant Cemetery
New Hope Missionary Baptist Church
New Providence Cemetery
Northcutt House
Noted Texas Leader, Developer, Conservationist, Carl L. Estes
O. H. Methvin
O. H. Methvin, Sr., Founder of Longview
Old Fredonia Townsite
Oliver H. Pegues
Peatown Christian Church
Pine Tree Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Pleasant Green Baptist Church
Point Pleasant
Post Oak Christian Methodist Episcopal Church
Preachers Hill
Red Oak Missionary Baptist Church
Rembert-Harrison House
Robert Gilmour LeTourneau
Rock Springs Schoolhouse
Rockwall Farm
Rosedale Cemetery
Sabine River Off Shore Wells
Saint Mark C. M. E. Church
Sherman Chapel Missionary Baptist Church
Shiloh Baptist Church
Site of Alexander Institute
Site of Earpville
Site of Harmon General Hospital
Site of James S. Hogg Newspaper
Site of Shiloh School
St. Anthony Catholic Church
St. Luke's United Methodist Church
Summerfield Methodist Church
Temple Emanu-El
The Courthouses of Gregg County
The Grove
The Kilgore I&GN-Missouri Pacific Railroad Station
The New Deal Era in Kilgore
Turner Home
Wartime Home Industry
White Oak Baptist Church
White Oak Independent School District
Winterfield Cemetery
Winterfield Methodist Church
World's Richest Acre
About Gregg County
Gregg County Timeline
Gregg County, Texas, located in the eastern part of the state, has a vibrant history that dates back thousands of years. The area was originally inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Caddo and Cherokee nations. Spanish explorers arrived in the 16th century, but it wasn't until the early 19th century that European settlement began in the area.
In 1839, Gregg County was established as part of the Republic of Texas, named after Texas Confederate States Army General John Gregg. The county grew slowly over the next few decades, with agriculture and cattle ranching being the primary industries. The discovery of oil in East Texas in the early 20th century brought significant economic growth to Gregg County. The prolific East Texas Oilfield attracted oil companies and workers from across the country, leading to a population boom.
During World War II, Gregg County played a crucial role in the war effort. The county's industrial base expanded rapidly as several defense plants were established in the area. The influx of workers and industries contributed to the county's postwar growth and prosperity.
Since then, Gregg County has continued to develop and diversify its economy. It is known for its agriculture, oil and gas production, manufacturing, and healthcare industries. The county is home to the city of Longview, which serves as the county seat and is a major cultural and economic hub in East Texas. Today, Gregg County boasts a rich history, a thriving community, and a promising future.
In 1839, Gregg County was established as part of the Republic of Texas, named after Texas Confederate States Army General John Gregg. The county grew slowly over the next few decades, with agriculture and cattle ranching being the primary industries. The discovery of oil in East Texas in the early 20th century brought significant economic growth to Gregg County. The prolific East Texas Oilfield attracted oil companies and workers from across the country, leading to a population boom.
During World War II, Gregg County played a crucial role in the war effort. The county's industrial base expanded rapidly as several defense plants were established in the area. The influx of workers and industries contributed to the county's postwar growth and prosperity.
Since then, Gregg County has continued to develop and diversify its economy. It is known for its agriculture, oil and gas production, manufacturing, and healthcare industries. The county is home to the city of Longview, which serves as the county seat and is a major cultural and economic hub in East Texas. Today, Gregg County boasts a rich history, a thriving community, and a promising future.
Gregg County Timeline
This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Gregg County, Texas.
- 1841 – The Texas Congress establishes Gregg County as a county in the Republic of Texas.
- 1846 – Gregg County becomes a part of the United States as part of the state of Texas.
- 1849 – The city of Longview is established as the county seat of Gregg County.
- 1861-1865 – Gregg County residents participate in the American Civil War, with many men serving in the Confederate Army.
- 1872 – The Longview and Pacific Railroad is completed, connecting Gregg County to the national railway system.
- 1873 – The first public school in Gregg County opens in Longview.
- 1930s – The discovery of the East Texas Oil Field leads to an economic boom in Gregg County.
- 1936 – The East Texas State Teachers College (now known as Texas A&M University-Commerce) opens a branch in Longview.
- 1980 – The Longview Mall, the first enclosed shopping mall in East Texas, opens in Longview.
- 2006 – The East Texas Oil Museum, showcasing the history of the oil industry in the region, opens in Kilgore.