Visit Mason, Texas Historical Markers: A Journey Through Time
Explore the rich tapestry of Mason, Texas, through these captivating historical markers. Our dedicated page offers visitors a comprehensive guide to the notable sites that paint a picture of Mason's storied past. Each marker tells a unique story, from the early pioneers who carved a life on the frontier to the significant events that shaped the town's cultural and historical landscape.
What You'll Discover; Detailed Descriptions: Each historical marker is accompanied by a thorough description, providing context and insight into its significance.
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a visitor eager to learn more about Mason, or a local interested in your town's heritage, our webpage is a valuable resource. Dive into the stories that have contributed to the character and charm of Mason, Texas, and enrich your understanding of this remarkable community. You can use this webpage as a guide when you visit Mason on a historical journey you won't soon forget.
| Marker Title click Title for more info |
Location | Place |
| Art Methodist Church | Off Art-Hedwig Rd | Art |
| Art Schoolhouse | From Art take Lower Willowcreek Rd. south approx. 400 yds. | Art |
| Bethel M. E. Church | take US 87 approx. 10 miles south to RR 783; then approx. 4.2 miles south on RR 783 to Loeffler Lane; then 0.2 mile east | Mason vicinity |
| Broad Street Bridge | Broad Street at Comanche Creek | Mason |
| Crosby Cemetery | From Mason County Courthouse take U.S. 87 approx. 1.3 miles north to cemetery | Mason vicinity |
| Dizenia Peters Todd | 2.5 miles south of Mason on RR 1723, then 1 mile southwest on RR 2389 to cemetery | Mason vicinity |
| First Christian Church | Corner of Austin St. and Willow St. | Mason |
| First Church in Mason County, Site of | From Art, take lower Willowcreek Rd. south approx. 400 yds. | Art |
| First Known Religious Services in Mason County | From Mason take SH 29 approx. 12 miles east to Bauerville Rd.; then south on Bauerville Rd. approx. 7 miles | Mason vicinity |
| Fort Mason and Camp Llano, C.S.A. | County Courthouse Square (southeast corner) | Mason |
| Fort Mason, Site of | Near the corner of Post Hill St. and Spruce, on Spruce | Mason |
| Hoerster, Daniel | From Art take North Art Rd. North approx. 0.6 miles to small Hoerster Family cemetery. | Art |
| Hofmann Dry Goods Company | 220 Ft. McKavett | Mason |
| Holmes & Bierschwale Law and Land Office | (McKavett St. is also US 87 N) | Mason |
| Homesite of John O. Meusebach | 18 miles south of Mason on US 87 to right-of-way at the intersection of US 87 and RR 2242 | Mason vicinity |
| John Bate Berry | take SH 29 approximately 4 miles west to Grit Cemetery (in central part of cemetery) | Mason vicinity |
| Koocksville | From Mason take SH 29 west approx. 2 miles to Koocksville Rd; then south on Koocksville approx. 5 miles | Mason vicinity |
| Kothmann Homesite and Cemetery | Intersection of Lower Willow Creek Rd. and SH 29 | Art |
| Lehmann, Herman and Willie | From Loyal Valley take House Mountain Rd. approx. 0.2 miles to Loyal Valley Cemetery cemetery | Loyal Valley |
| Mason County | From Mason take U.S. Hwy 87 south approx 2 miles to rest stop (across U. S. Hwy 87 from Ft. Mason City Park) | Mason vicinity |
| Mason County Courthouse | Courthouse Square | Mason |
| Mason County Jail | Corner of Westmoreland and Post Hill St. | Mason |
| Mason House Hotel & Stage Station | Live Oak and SH 29, Mason | Mason |
| Old Fort Mason | 1 mile north of Mason on US 87 in roadside park at junction of Us 87 and US 377 | Mason vicinity |
| Old Mason Grammar School | Corner of Post Hill and Schmidt St. | Mason |
| Pontotoc and San Fernando Academy | On US 71 in Pontotoc | Pontotoc |
| R. Grosse and Sons | 114 Liveoak St. | Mason |
| Seaquist Home | Corner of Broad and Lotus streets | Mason |
| Site of Old Park Named for Comanche Chief Katemcy | At the intersection of RR 1222 and Katemcy Rd. | Katemcy |
| Spring Street Church | Spring St. at Bluebird | Mason |
| St. Joseph’s Catholic Church | Corner of Avenue B and Church St. | Mason |
| St. Paul Lutheran Church | 102 Magnolia St. | Mason |
| Taylor-Carter House | 610 Robin Ave. | Mason |
| The Commercial Bank | 100 Moody St. | Mason |
| The Lindsay House | 516 Spring St. | Mason |
| Todd Mountain | 2.5 miles south of Mason on RR 1723, then 1 mile southwest on RR 2389 righ-of-way | Mason vicinity |
| Two Sheriffs of Mason County | 0.5 mile nort of courthouse on US 87 right-of-way | Mason |
| Wagram Cemetery | Fredonia, approx. 3 mi. S, W on RR 286 | Fredonia |
| Whorlie Well | on RR 1871, near the corner of Westmoreland and Avenue F | Mason |
