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Rusk County

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Joinerville

Joinerville, located on Texas 64, approximately six miles west of Henderson, is home to the East Texas Oil Field's Discovery Well, once the largest oil field in the world. Joinerville…

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Cities

Cities in Rusk County

Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

New London

In 1855 with the westward expansion, a post office called London was established and served…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Henderson

Henderson was designated the seat of Rusk County in 1843 and enjoyed rapid growth during…

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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Tatum

Tatum was established in 1885 when the Santa Fe Railroad was built through the town.…

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Annual Heritage Syrup Festival
Henderson