Historical Markers in
Grimes County, Texas

Allen Home Anderson Baptist Church Andrew Jackson Montgomery Anthony Drew Kennard Apolonia Cemetery Apolonia Cemetery B. B. Goodrich House Bedias First Baptist Church Bennett, Rueben, House Blackberry Community Courtney Cemetery Craig House Dr. Benjamin Briggs Goodrich Evans House Fanthorp Inn First Baptist Church of Navasota First Presbyterian Church of Navasota First United Methodist Church of Navasota Foster Home Fuqua Family Cemetery George Washington Carver High School Grimes County Grimes County Grimes County Bethel Cemetery Grimes County Courthouse Grimes County, C.S.A. H. Schumacher Oil Works Harmony Baptist Church and Cemetery Haynie-Sanders Farm Home Henry Schumacher Home Home of Lt. Gov. George D. Neal Hughey Chapel Cemetery Isham Davis Home James and Missouri Hurry House Jared Ellison Groce Jesse Youens Home Joseph Brooks Home Katy Holland McDowell Treadwell Cobb Kenneth Lewis Anderson La Bahia Trail Lake Grove Community Leake Building Lee Tabernacle Methodist Church Lewis J. Wilson Building Lynn Grove United Methodist Church Martins Prairie Cemetery Martyrs of the Alamo McAlpine Cemetery Michael Moore Kennard Mickelborough Building Miss Sally Thompson School Building Montgomery, John Norwood House Oakland Baptist Church Old First National Bank of Navasota Old Oakland Cemetery Orphans Friend Lodge No. 17 Ancient Free & Accepted Masons Plantersville Baptist Church Plantersville Baptist Church Plantersville Cemetery Primus Kelly R. B. S. Foster Home Red Top Cemetery Richards Colored School Robert A. Horlock House Rosanna Ward Britton Grimes and Jesse Grimes Saint Paul's Episcopal Church Sangster House Sarah Bradley Dodson Sarah Bradley Dodson Shiro Presbyterian Church Site of a Munition Factory Site of Freeman Inn Site of Piedmont Springs Resort St. Mary's Catholic Church Steele House Steinhagen Log Cabin Stoneham Cemetery Stoneham Methodist Church Templeman House The Giesel House The Terrell House Town of Bedias Union Grove Baptist Church Veterans Memorial Waller Cemetery White Hall School Zion Cemetery
The state of Texas was once an independent country known as the Republic of Texas. It gained independence from Mexico in 1836 and was a separate nation until it was annexed by the United States in 1845.
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Grimes County, located in southeastern Texas, has a rich and vibrant history that dates back to the early 19th century. The county's origins can be traced back to the establishment of the Stephen F. Austin Colony in the early 1820s. It was named in honor of Jesse Grimes, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. The county was officially formed in 1846 when it was separated from Montgomery County.

In its early years, Grimes County played a significant role in the development of the Republic of Texas. It served as an important transportation hub due to its location on the Old San Antonio Road, which connected the different regions of Texas. The construction of the Houston and Texas Central Railroad in the 1850s further enhanced the county's connectivity and promoted economic growth.

The county was not immune to the impact of the American Civil War, which deeply affected Texas as a whole. Grimes County saw its fair share of battles and skirmishes, and many local men enlisted in the Confederate Army. Following the war, the county experienced a period of recovery and reintegration into the post-war society.

Throughout the 20th century, Grimes County has evolved into an important agricultural and industrial center. The growth of the timber industry and the discovery of oil and natural gas reserves in the area brought economic prosperity to the county. Today, Grimes County continues to thrive as a vibrant community, drawing visitors with its beautiful scenery, historical landmarks, and diverse cultural heritage.

This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Grimes County, Texas.

  • 1821: Grimes County, Texas, was established as a part of Mexico's Coahuila y Tejas province.
  • 1830: The population of Grimes County experienced significant growth due to the influx of American settlers.
  • 1836: Texas declared independence from Mexico, leading to the Texas Revolution.
  • 1837: Grimes County was officially formed and named after Jesse Grimes, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence.
  • 1850: The advent of railroads in Grimes County resulted in increased trade and economic development.
  • 1861: Texas seceded from the United States and joined the Confederate States of America at the start of the Civil War.
  • 1867: Reconstruction efforts began after the end of the Civil War, aiming to rebuild the county's economy and infrastructure.
  • 1873: Navasota became the county seat, replacing Anderson.
  • 1881: The Houston and Texas Central Railway reached the town of Plantersville, further boosting the area's growth.
  • 1900: The Galveston hurricane of 1900 caused significant devastation in Grimes County and the surrounding region.
  • 1930s: The Great Depression had a major impact on Grimes County, leading to economic hardships and agricultural decline.
  • 1942: The U.S. Army established Camp Hearne in Grimes County during World War II as a prisoner of war camp.
  • Present: Grimes County continues to be a rural area with agriculture as a significant part of its economy.