Carthage

Carthage became the seat of Panola (an Indian word for cotton) County in 1848 when 100 acres were donated for the townsite. Today, Carthage is a center for gas and oil processing, petrochemicals, lumber mills, chicken processing, and small industries.

Carthage is also the birthplace of Tex Ritter and Jim Reeves.

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Panola County Heritage Museum

Historical exhibits, including antique dolls, old buggy, are in restored historic bank building on square. Texas Tearoom is open Mon. - Fri. for lunch featuring homemade sandwiches, soups, and desserts.…

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Things to Do in Carthage

Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Carthage Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Panola County Historical Jail Museum

Historical building; La Grone Family History Center; genealogical library, history of law enforcement in east…

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Find your way.

There's no single right route, just the one that fits you.

Texas Country Music Hall of Fame and Tex Ritter Museum

New $2.2 million, 13,000-square foot facility that pays tribute to Texans who have made an…

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Reeves Memorial

A life-sized statue of Jim Reeves commemorates the Panola County native who became one of…

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