TALCO HISTORICAL MUSEUM

TALCO, TX

Red River County Courthouse (Clarksville, Texas) Historic Red River County Courthouse in Clarksville, Texas.  The Renaissance Revival style building is constructed of Gober Chalk, a cream-colored limestone.  A Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program project restored the interior of the courthouse in 2002.

The courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 (NRHP No. 78002977).  It was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1966 and as a State Antiquities Landmark in 1981.
Red River County Courthouse (Clarksville, Texas) Credit: cmh2315fl

The Talco Historical Museum is located in Talco, Texas, and is a popular attraction for locals and tourists alike. The museum houses a vast collection of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the rich history of the town and its surrounding areas. The building itself is a historic landmark, originally serving as the Talco High School until 1967.

The museum is divided into several sections, each dedicated to a different aspect of Talco's history. Visitors can explore exhibits on early settlers, agriculture, and the town's development over the years. There are also displays on local businesses, including the Talco Oil and Gas Company, which played a significant role in the town's growth during the early 20th century.

One of the highlights of the museum is a replica of an early 20th-century general store, complete with authentic merchandise and fixtures. Additional exhibits include a collection of vintage photographs, antique farm equipment, and a display on the Civil War and its impact on the region.

Overall, the Talco Historical Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the past of this small Texas town. Whether you're a history buff or simply looking to learn more about the area, the museum is well worth a visit.

TALCO HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in TALCO TX. US MID #8404801801

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Contact TALCO HISTORICAL MUSEUM

TALCO HISTORICAL MUSEUM
PO BOX 683
TALCO
TX
75487

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MID # 8404801801
Name TALCO HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 752916796
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 33.360225, -95.108311
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 449
US Census Tract: 950100
US Census Block: 2063