Henderson
Henderson was designated the seat of Rusk County in 1843 and enjoyed rapid growth during its first two decades, but a disastrous fire in 1860 destroyed most of the business houses. Oil was discovered in 1930, and now Henderson is an oil and agriculture commercial center and home of Texas Baptist Institute. Henderson is a Main Street City with walking tours of the historic downtown district available.
Things to Do in Henderson
East Texas Discovery Well
In 1927, Columbus M. "Dad" Joiner believed there was oil in Rusk County. Joiner and…
Learn more →Depot Museum and Children’s Discovery Center
Restored 1901 Missouri Pacific RR depot houses museum of county history in old waiting room…
Learn more →Rose Hill Ampitheater
Unique amphitheater is located in natural crater that is 60 feet deep and 300 yards…
Learn more →Harmony Hill Ghost Town
Eighteen miles northeast on Texas 43, The Harmony Hill Ghost Town was important trade center…
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Fifty-five acres administered by City of Henderson with swimming pool, picnic areas, miniature golf, playgrounds,…
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