Winkler County
Formed from Tom Green County. Created February 26, 1887. Organized April 5, 1910. Named in honor of C. M. Winkler, 1821-1882, statesman, soldier and jurist. Kermit, the county seat. A petroleum producing and cattle raising area.
31.8550° N, 103.0791° W
Where to Find It
Winkler County Park, S. East Ave., E side between Tommy Thompson and Cecil Ave. along walking path
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi N Kermit's Oldest Home Kermit
- 0.1 mi N Moorhead Cable Tool Rig Kermit
- 0.3 mi S Kermit Kermit
- 0.8 mi W The Community Church Kermit
- 0.9 mi W Colonel C. M. Winkler Kermit
- 0.9 mi W Winkler County Courthouse Kermit