SHERMAN PRESERVATION LEAGUE

SHERMAN, TX

The Message Tree. Colbert Oklahoma Before Oklahoma was a state, this tree gained the title of “The Message Tree”. Everyone in this area who needed to communicate with a loved one or business partner knew to nail a message to this tree. This area where the travel center is located has early historic stories from the Overland Mail Stopover to the Butterfield Stage Line, a mail route that connected St. Louis to San Francisco in the mid-1800s. In 1931 there were bridge wars between Texas and Oklahoma. Governor Alfalfa Bill Burray came with his troops to open the New Free Bridge. Governor Murray posted a sign on this tree telling everyone he had plowed up the road to the old toll bridge and needed everyone to meet that same day to cross over the free bridge. Colbert Historical Society
The Message Tree. Colbert Oklahoma Credit: flickr4jazz

The Sherman Preservation League is a non-profit organization located in Sherman, Texas dedicated to preserving and promoting the historic and cultural heritage of the city. The league was established in 1972 and has since worked tirelessly to protect and conserve the unique architectural and cultural assets of the community.

The organization's mission is to preserve and enhance the historic character of Sherman through education, advocacy, and community involvement. The league is made up of a group of dedicated volunteers who work towards the preservation of historic buildings, landmarks, and green spaces.

The league offers a variety of educational programs, tours, and events throughout the year to promote awareness and appreciation of the city's history and architecture. They also provide resources and support to property owners interested in preserving their historic homes and buildings.

The Sherman Preservation League has been instrumental in the restoration and preservation of several historic properties in the city, including the Old Settlers' Association building, the Kidd-Key Auditorium, and the Sherman Public Library. The league has also been involved in the creation and maintenance of several historic districts within the city.

Overall, the Sherman Preservation League is a vital organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history and culture of the city of Sherman for future generations.

SHERMAN PRESERVATION LEAGUE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in SHERMAN TX. US MID #8404801513

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 29,400 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

The Message Tree. Colbert Oklahoma Before Oklahoma was a state, this tree gained the title of “The Message Tree”. Everyone in this area who needed to communicate with a loved one or business partner knew to nail a message to this tree. This area where the travel center is located has early historic stories from the Overland Mail Stopover to the Butterfield Stage Line, a mail route that connected St. Louis to San Francisco in the mid-1800s. In 1931 there were bridge wars between Texas and Oklahoma. Governor Alfalfa Bill Burray came with his troops to open the New Free Bridge. Governor Murray posted a sign on this tree telling everyone he had plowed up the road to the old toll bridge and needed everyone to meet that same day to cross over the free bridge. Colbert Historical Society
The Message Tree. Colbert Oklahoma Before Oklahoma was a state, this tree gained the title of “The Message Tree”. Everyone in this area who needed to communicate with a loved one or business partner knew to nail a message to this tree. This area where the travel center is located has early historic stories from the Overland Mail Stopover to the Butterfield Stage Line, a mail route that connected St. Louis to San Francisco in the mid-1800s. In 1931 there were bridge wars between Texas and Oklahoma. Governor Alfalfa Bill Burray came with his troops to open the New Free Bridge. Governor Murray posted a sign on this tree telling everyone he had plowed up the road to the old toll bridge and needed everyone to meet that same day to cross over the free bridge. Colbert Historical Society
The Message Tree. Colbert Oklahoma Before Oklahoma was a state, this tree gained the title of “The Message Tree”. Everyone in this area who needed to communicate with a loved one or business partner knew to nail a message to this tree. This area where the travel center is located has early historic stories from the Overland Mail Stopover to the Butterfield Stage Line, a mail route that connected St. Louis to San Francisco in the mid-1800s. In 1931 there were bridge wars between Texas and Oklahoma. Governor Alfalfa Bill Burray came with his troops to open the New Free Bridge. Governor Murray posted a sign on this tree telling everyone he had plowed up the road to the old toll bridge and needed everyone to meet that same day to cross over the free bridge. Colbert Historical Society
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Grayson County Confederate Monument (Sherman, Texas) Historic 1896 Civil War Monument on the grounds of the Grayson County Courthouse in Sherman, Texas. The monument was the first Confederate Monument erected on Courthouse grounds in Texas.
Grayson County Confederate Monument (Sherman, Texas) Historic 1896 Civil War Monument on the grounds of the Grayson County Courthouse in Sherman, Texas. The monument was the first Confederate Monument erected on Courthouse grounds in Texas.
Grayson County Courthouse (Sherman, Texas) Historic Grayson County Courthouse in Sherman, Texas. The Art Moderne style courthouse was constructed in 1936 to replace the 1876 county courthouse that was burned by a mob during the Sherman Riot of 1930.
Grayson County Courthouse (Sherman, Texas) Historic Grayson County Courthouse in Sherman, Texas. The Art Moderne style courthouse was constructed in 1936 to replace the 1876 county courthouse that was burned by a mob during the Sherman Riot of 1930.
Grayson County Courthouse (Sherman, Texas) Historic Grayson County Courthouse in Sherman, Texas. The Art Moderne style courthouse was constructed in 1936 to replace the 1876 county courthouse that was burned by a mob during the Sherman Riot of 1930.
Paul Brown Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse (Sherman, Texas) Historic Paul Brown Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse in Sherman, Texas. The Renaissance Revival style building was constructed 1906-07 for the Sherman Division of the Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. The building housed the post office from 1907 to 1963. It was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1997 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2000 (NRHP No. 00001173 as the U.S. Post Office and Courthouse). The building was known as the Sherman U.S. Post Office and Courthouse or the Sherman U.S. Federal Building until it was renamed the Paul Brown United States Courthouse in 2012.

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SHERMAN PRESERVATION LEAGUE
PO BOX 159
SHERMAN
TX
75091-0159

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MID # 8404801513
Name SHERMAN PRESERVATION LEAGUE
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 751786683
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 29,400
REVENUE 29,400
LAT/LONG 33.661033, -96.605452
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 181
US Census Tract: 000902
US Census Block: 2046