MALAKOFF HISTORICAL SOCIETY

MALAKOFF, TX

Henderson County Courthouse (Athens, Texas) Historical marker for the Henderson County Courthouse in Athens, Texas. The plaque reads: Henderson County Courthouse - The Texas Legislature created Henderson County in 1846. For the next few years, county commissioners met at various locations, including private homes and the communities of Buffalo and Centerville. Samuel Huffer later determined the center of the county was on the Thomas Parmer survey, and Matthew Cartwright secured 160 acres for the new courthouse. In 1850, the county seat moved to Athens, which was incorporated in 1856. County commissioners hired John Loop to construct a log courthouse. It served as the court building for 11 years. In 1860, William Warenskjold began construction on a two-story frame courthouse, which burned in 1885, leaving only the district and county clerk buildings standing. C.H. Hawn & Co. constructed the next courthouse, which was used until 1913. That June, with a design by L.L. Thurmon & Company of Dallas, the commissioners court approved the bid of L.R. Wright & Company to build a new courthouse on the square. Accepted by the court in January 1914, the Henderson County Courthouse exhibits a Classical Revival design. The building is comprised of three floors above a basement, and features a central dome and four three-bay pedimented entries with Tuscan columns. The cross-axial plan is formed from a central block with single bays projecting from each corner. Original detailing includes marble stairways and wainscoting on the interior. Since becoming the county's public center, the courthouse has been the location of the "Old Fiddlers" contest and other events. Today, memorials and tributes to Henderson County veterans, leaders, residents and history are located on the square. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2002
Henderson County Courthouse (Athens, Texas) Credit: cmh2315fl

The Malakoff Historical Society was founded in 1995 with the mission of preserving and promoting the rich history of the small community of Malakoff, Texas. The organization is dedicated to collecting, preserving, and disseminating information on the area’s history and culture. It is a volunteer-run organization with no paid staff.

The Malakoff Historical Society operates a museum and research library located in the historic Malakoff Downtown Square. The museum is a great resource for information about the history of the city, including its founding, early businesses and industries, local schools, churches, and other important landmarks. It also houses artifacts from the city’s past, including photographs, documents, and other memorabilia.

The Malakoff Historical Society also hosts several events throughout the year, such as its annual Malakoff Founders Day celebration, which features a parade, live music, and a variety of food vendors. Additionally, the organization offers tours of the city’s downtown area and holds special programs and lectures throughout the year.

The Malakoff Historical Society is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to research the history of Malakoff. Through its museum, library, and events, it provides a unique way to learn about the city’s past and celebrate its present.

MALAKOFF HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MALAKOFF TX. US MID #8404800476

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Henderson County Courthouse (Athens, Texas) Historical marker for the Henderson County Courthouse in Athens, Texas. The plaque reads: Henderson County Courthouse - The Texas Legislature created Henderson County in 1846. For the next few years, county commissioners met at various locations, including private homes and the communities of Buffalo and Centerville. Samuel Huffer later determined the center of the county was on the Thomas Parmer survey, and Matthew Cartwright secured 160 acres for the new courthouse. In 1850, the county seat moved to Athens, which was incorporated in 1856. County commissioners hired John Loop to construct a log courthouse. It served as the court building for 11 years. In 1860, William Warenskjold began construction on a two-story frame courthouse, which burned in 1885, leaving only the district and county clerk buildings standing. C.H. Hawn & Co. constructed the next courthouse, which was used until 1913. That June, with a design by L.L. Thurmon & Company of Dallas, the commissioners court approved the bid of L.R. Wright & Company to build a new courthouse on the square. Accepted by the court in January 1914, the Henderson County Courthouse exhibits a Classical Revival design. The building is comprised of three floors above a basement, and features a central dome and four three-bay pedimented entries with Tuscan columns. The cross-axial plan is formed from a central block with single bays projecting from each corner. Original detailing includes marble stairways and wainscoting on the interior. Since becoming the county's public center, the courthouse has been the location of the "Old Fiddlers" contest and other events. Today, memorials and tributes to Henderson County veterans, leaders, residents and history are located on the square. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2002
Henderson County Courthouse (Athens, Texas) Historic Henderson County Courthouse in Athens, Texas. The Classical Revival style court house was constructed 1913-14. It was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2002.
Henderson County Courthouse (Athens, Texas) Historic Henderson County Courthouse in Athens, Texas. The Classical Revival style court house was constructed 1913-14. It was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2002.
Old U.S. Post Office (Athens, Texas) Historic 1935 U.S. Post Office in Athens, Texas. The post office relocated in 1971 and Henderson County’s Clint W. Murchison Memorial Library opened in the building in 1972.
Old U.S. Post Office (Athens, Texas) Historic 1935 U.S. Post Office in Athens, Texas. The post office relocated in 1971 and Henderson County’s Clint W. Murchison Memorial Library opened in the building in 1972.
Old Henderson County Jail (Athens, Texas) Historical marker for the old Henderson County Jail in Athens, Texas. The plaque states: 1925 Henderson County Jail - As early as 1850, Henderson County officials realized the need for a county jail. The first jail was completed in 1856 or 1857. It became known as the log calaboose. A new jail was built in 1874 facing North Common Street. On November 1, 1897, a fire broke out in the Masonic Hall and soon the entire block was in flames, including the 1874 county jail. The next year, the Henderson County Commissioners court ordered a new jail and site. This building was completed in 1898 and was in use until 1925. Over the years, the 1898 jailhouse deteriorated and became unsafe for use. In 1924, several County Commissioners requested that a new jail be built instead of repairing the old jail. After some debate, construction was approved with H.A. Overbeck of Dallas overseeing the design and the Pauly Jail Company providing the iron bars and door locks. The jail was completed in 1925 on the same lot as the 1898 building. The 1925 Henderson County Jail is a two-story building with a basement, approximately 80 feet by 43 feet in American Gothic Revival style with some characteristics of Italian urbanism. The building was expanded in the 1980s with a side addition to compensate for the increase of inmate populations. By 1989, the county needed more space so discussions began to build a larger jail on Murchison Street. Prisoners were moved to the new jail in 1991. The 1925 Henderson County jail has been used as a storage facility for the county clerk and county records and the Henderson County archives building. It now serves as the home for the Henderson County Historical Commission offices. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 2011
Old Henderson County Jail (Athens, Texas) Historic Henderson County Jail in Athens, Texas. The American Gothic Revival style building was constructed 1924-25 and housed the county’s jail until 1991. It was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2011.
Old Henderson County Jail (Athens, Texas) Historic Henderson County Jail in Athens, Texas. The American Gothic Revival style building was constructed 1924-25 and housed the county’s jail until 1991. It was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2011.
Old Henderson County Jail (Athens, Texas) Historic Henderson County Jail in Athens, Texas. The American Gothic Revival style building was constructed 1924-25 and housed the county’s jail until 1991. It was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2011.
Old Henderson County Jail (Athens, Texas) Historic Henderson County Jail in Athens, Texas. The American Gothic Revival style building was constructed 1924-25 and housed the county’s jail until 1991. It was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2011.
Bethel Cemetery Originally part of a Mexican land grant awarded to Jose de Jesus Grande in 1828, land at this site was later granted to early area settler Henry Rampy. Rampy, who had come to this part of Texas in 1848, deeded 5 acres of his land in 1859 for a community cemetery and church. The earliest significant settlement of pioneers in the Bethel area came in 1846. By 1852, the community was thriving and a post office was established. The Bethel Cemetery was used largely by residents of the town and by settlers in other parts of Anderson and Henderson Counties. The earliest marked grave, that of M.B. Hodge, is dated 1862. Her husband, the Rev. Robert Hodge, who also is buried here, was a pioneer Cumberland Presbyterian minister. He was instrumental in the founding of the Science Hill academy, an important early educational institution in this part of the state. Other early settlers and their descendants are buried here, as are a number of Confederate veterans. The Bethel community began to decline after the end of the Civil War and was largely gone by the time the post office was discontinued in 1914. This cemetery is the only significant remnant of the once-thriving Anderson County community. (1985)
Bethel Cemetery The Texas Historical Marker is visible edge on to the left of the gate, inside the wall.

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MALAKOFF HISTORICAL SOCIETY
207 E MAIN ST
MALAKOFF
TX
75148-9620

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MID # 8404800476
Name MALAKOFF HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 202353903
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 32.176922, -96.012496
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 213
US Census Tract: 951000
US Census Block: 2058