Wharton County
Wharton County, created April 3, 1846, from Matagorda and Jackson counties, Organized same year. Named for William H. Wharton, 1806-1839, Texas minister to the United States 1836-1837, and his brother John A. Wharton 1809-1839. Adjutant at San Jacinto; member of Congress of the Republic of Texas 1837-1839. Wharton the county seat.
29.3105° N, 96.1005° W
Where to Find It
101 Burleson, Courthouse Square, Wharton
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi S Site of The Home of Robert McAlpin Williamson Wharton
- <0.1 mi S The Judge Robert McAlpin Williamson Home Wharton
- <0.1 mi NE Security Bank and Trust Company Wharton
- <0.1 mi N Judge George E. Quinan Wharton
- <0.1 mi S City of Wharton Wharton
- 0.1 mi W Site of Plaza Hotel and Plaza Theater Wharton