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Independence, Texas

Independence was settled in 1824 by John P. Coles, one of Stephen F. Austin's 300 original families in Texas. It was first called Coles Settlement, the village name was changed in 1836 to commemorate the independence of Texas from Mexico.

The town square was laid out for the Washington County courthouse, but Brenham won a heated county-seat election by two votes.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Things to do near Independence, TX

Gibbons Creek Lake Parks

TMPA PARK * Located 2 miles north of Carlos, Texas on FM 244. Take FM 30 20 miles east from College Station to Carlos. T...

Mesquite Municipal Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Granbury City Beach

This beautiful beach of white sand has tiki huts, restrooms, a large concession stand, a childrens area and a relaxing day at...

Fayette County Lake Fishing

Fayette County Reservoir is first and foremost a largemouth bass lake. Statewide annual tournament surveys consistently rank ...

Tenison Park -The Glen

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...