Jefferson
Founded 1836. Named for President Thomas Jefferson. Chief river port of Texas, 1846-1870. This prosperous ante-bellum city became a Confederate Quartermaster Depot; produced boots, shoes, iron goods, preserved meats for army. Nearby oil field discovered in 1939. Many fine old homes and other landmarks.
32.7762° N, 94.3371° W
Where to Find It
1 mi. NE on SH 49
Nearby Markers
- 0.9 mi SW John M. Vines Jefferson
- 0.9 mi SW Richard Waterhouse Jefferson
- 1 mi SW Oakwood Cemetery (Medallion Only) Jefferson
- 1 mi SW Oakwood Cemetery Jefferson
- 1.2 mi SW Preston Home Jefferson
- 1.2 mi SW Confederate Civil War Meat Packing Plant Jefferson