FORT INGLISH

BONHAM, TX

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Fort Inglish is a historical site located in Bonham, Texas. The fort was built in 1837 by Captain Henry W. Y. "Harry" Baylor and was named after his friend, Major Inglish. The fort was built to protect settlers from Indian attacks during the time of the Republic of Texas. The fort was used until 1841 when it was abandoned.

Today, the site is marked with a historical marker and a replica of the original fort has been built. The replica was built in the 1970s by the Fannin County Historical Commission and is open to the public. Visitors can explore the fort and learn about the history of the area.

The fort is located on a small hill overlooking the Red River. The replica fort is made of wood and has several rooms including a kitchen, barracks, and a storage room. The fort has a palisade fence surrounding it with a gate that can be closed to protect the occupants.

Fort Inglish is an important part of the history of Bonham and the surrounding area. It is a popular destination for history enthusiasts and school groups. The site is open year-round and admission is free.

FORT INGLISH is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BONHAM TX. US MID #8404800931

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).

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Fannin County Courthouse (Bonham, Texas) Historic Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham, Texas. The courthouse was originally constructed 1888-89. Fire damaged the building in 1929 and the clock tower was removed. In 1966, the exterior was covered with flat stone panels. A Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program project assisted the County in restoring the courthouse to its original French Second Empire style appearance, including constructing a new replica clock tower. The project began in 2018 and the courthouse was rededicated in 2022.
Fannin County Courthouse (Bonham, Texas) Historic Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham, Texas. The courthouse was originally constructed 1888-89. Fire damaged the building in 1929 and the clock tower was removed. In 1966, the exterior was covered with flat stone panels. A Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program project assisted the County in restoring the courthouse to its original French Second Empire style appearance, including constructing a new replica clock tower. The project began in 2018 and the courthouse was rededicated in 2022.
Fannin County Courthouse (Bonham, Texas) Historic Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham, Texas. The courthouse was originally constructed 1888-89. Fire damaged the building in 1929 and the clock tower was removed. In 1966, the exterior was covered with flat stone panels. A Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program project assisted the County in restoring the courthouse to its original French Second Empire style appearance, including constructing a new replica clock tower. The project began in 2018 and the courthouse was rededicated in 2022.
Fannin County Courthouse (Bonham, Texas) Historic Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham, Texas. The courthouse was originally constructed 1888-89. Fire damaged the building in 1929 and the clock tower was removed. In 1966, the exterior was covered with flat stone panels. A Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program project assisted the County in restoring the courthouse to its original French Second Empire style appearance, including constructing a new replica clock tower. The project began in 2018 and the courthouse was rededicated in 2022.
Fannin County Courthouse (Bonham, Texas) Historic Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham, Texas. The courthouse was originally constructed 1888-89. Fire damaged the building in 1929 and the clock tower was removed. In 1966, the exterior was covered with flat stone panels. A Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program project assisted the County in restoring the courthouse to its original French Second Empire style appearance, including constructing a new replica clock tower. The project began in 2018 and the courthouse was rededicated in 2022.
Fannin County Courthouse (Bonham, Texas) Historic Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham, Texas. The courthouse was originally constructed 1888-89. Fire damaged the building in 1929 and the clock tower was removed. In 1966, the exterior was covered with flat stone panels. A Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program project assisted the County in restoring the courthouse to its original French Second Empire style appearance, including constructing a new replica clock tower. The project began in 2018 and the courthouse was rededicated in 2022.
Fannin County Courthouse (Bonham, Texas) Historic Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham, Texas. The courthouse was originally constructed 1888-89. Fire damaged the building in 1929 and the clock tower was removed. In 1966, the exterior was covered with flat stone panels. A Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program project assisted the County in restoring the courthouse to its original French Second Empire style appearance, including constructing a new replica clock tower. The project began in 2018 and the courthouse was rededicated in 2022.
Fannin County Confederate Monument (Bonham, Texas) Historic 1905 Civil War Monument on the grounds of the Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham, Texas. The monument honors the confederate dead from Fannin County.
Old Texas & Pacific Railroad Depot (Bonham, Texas) Historical marker for the old Texas and Pacific Railroad Depot in Bonham, Texas. The plaque states: The Texas and Pacific Railroad was built eastward to Bonham in 1873. A small wooden depot erected that year was replaced by this larger brick structure in 1900. Damaged by fire in 1918, the depot was rebuilt the following year and continued to serve customers until 1950. The structure's Romanesque Revival style reflects 19th-century architectural trends, while elements such as the knee-brace eave brackets reveal 20th-century influences. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1990
Old Texas & Pacific Railroad Depot (Bonham, Texas) Historic Texas and Pacific Railway (T&P) depot in Bonham, Texas. The Romanesque Revival style station was originally constructed ca. 1900 and rebuilt after a 1918 fire. The old Texas & Pacific Railway Depot was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1990 and listed on the National Register of Historic in 1996 (NRHP No. 96001564).
Old Texas & Pacific Railroad Depot (Bonham, Texas) Historic Texas and Pacific Railway (T&P) depot in Bonham, Texas. The Romanesque Revival style station was originally constructed ca. 1900 and rebuilt after a 1918 fire. The old Texas & Pacific Railway Depot was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1990 and listed on the National Register of Historic in 1996 (NRHP No. 96001564).

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FORT INGLISH
PO BOX 395
BONHAM
TX
75418-0395

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MID # 8404800931
Name FORT INGLISH
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 510135815
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201312
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 33.58662, -96.177647
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 147
US Census Tract: 950401
US Census Block: 2012