Calhoun County
Formed from Jackson, Matagorda, and Victoria counties; created April 4, 1846 - organized July 13, 1846. Named in honor of John Caldwell Calhoun 1782-1850. A distinguished southern statesman, a member of Congress and of the cabinet. Vice-president of the United State, 1825-1832. Port Lavaca, the county seat.
28.6124° N, 96.6254° W
Where to Find It
Ann & Leona Sts., inside museum door , Port Lavaca
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi NW Howard Gallemore Hartzog, Sr. Port Lavaca
- 0.1 mi NW Calhoun County Hurricanes Port Lavaca
- 0.1 mi NW Calhoun County Participation During World War II Port Lavaca
- 0.1 mi SW Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church Port Lavaca
- 0.2 mi S Mt. Sinai Baptist Church Port Lavaca
- 0.2 mi NE Grace Episcopal Church Port Lavaca