Rusk
Founded 1846. Named for Republic of Texas Statesman Thomas J. Rusk. Industrial site and supply depot in the Civil War. Birthplace of Texas governors James S. Hogg, Thomas M. Campbell. City and county rich in historical sites marked for visitors.
31.8087° N, 95.1555° W
Where to Find It
City limits of Rusk
Nearby Markers
- 0.1 mi W Rusk Penitentiary Building Rusk
- 0.9 mi S Confederate Gun Factory Rusk
- 0.9 mi S The Rusk Cherokeean Rusk
- 0.9 mi S Site of the Union Hotel/Bracken House/Acme Hotel Rusk
- 0.9 mi S Site of Rusk Public School No. 2 for African Americans Rusk
- 0.9 mi S Cherokee County C.S.A. Rusk