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Site of Mormon Settlement

Site of a settlement made in 1851 by 20 Mormon families under the leadership of Lyman Wight (1796-1858). Here they built homes, lumber mills, and shops for the manufacture of furniture. Abandoned in 1853. Erected by the State of Texas 1936

30.6383° N, 98.2345° W

This marker stands on private property. Please view it from the road or ask the owner first.

Where to Find It

CR 340 (Mormon Mill Road), about 0.8 mi. N of CR 341, on private property

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