Newport
Founded in 1846 by Joseph Werner, a German emigrant. Abandoned with the decline of Trinity River navigation
30.8538° N, 95.3568° W
This marker stands on private property. Please view it from the road or ask the owner first.
Where to Find It
From FM 980 and FM 3454 intersection take FM 980 N approx. 1.5 miles to Newport Village Rd.; then W on Oillage Rd. approx. 1 mile to private property fence. (Marker is at Werner Cemetery.)
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- 1 mi NE Site of Thomas Plantation and Steamboat Landing
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- 2.4 mi SW Bethea Creek
- 2.5 mi W Town of Riverside
- 4.4 mi N John Henley Hill House Trinity