Caldwell County
A part of De Witt's Colony, 1825-1836. A part of Gonzales County to 1848. First settlements were on Plum Creek and the San Marcos River. Created March 6, 1848; organized August 7, 1848. Named in honor of Nathew Caldwell, "Old Paint," 1798-1842, soldier-statesman. Signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence, Commander of the Texas Rangers. Lockhart, the county seat.
29.8841° N, 97.6720° W
Where to Find It
SW corner of Courthouse Square
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi N Caldwell County Courthouse Lockhart
- 0.1 mi S Dr. Eugene Clark Library Lockhart
- 0.1 mi W First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Lockhart Lockhart
- 0.1 mi N First Presbyterian Church of Lockhart Lockhart
- 0.1 mi NW Emmanuel Episcopal Church Lockhart
- 0.2 mi E Caldwell County Jail Lockhart