Swisher County
Formed from Young and Bexar territories. Created: August 21, 1876. Organized: July 17, 1890. Named in honor of James Gibson Swisher, 1794-1864. Conspicuous for gallantry at the storming of Bexar, 1835. Signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence, 1836. County seat, Tulia.
34.5361° N, 101.7633° W
Where to Find It
S.E. corner of Courthouse Square, Austin & 2nd Street, Tulia
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi NW Swisher County Courthouse Tulia
- 0.1 mi W Flynt Building Tulia
- 0.1 mi NW Ozark Trails Association Tulia
- 0.1 mi NW Tulia First National Bank Tulia
- 0.2 mi SW JA Ranch Cabin Tulia
- 0.3 mi N J.O. Bass Blacksmith Shop Tulia