Colorado County
A part of Stephen F. Austin's First Colony. Created March 17, 1836. Organized in 1837. The river traversing the region was called "Colorado" (Red) by Spanish explorers who mistook it for the reddish Brazos. From the river, the county took its name. Columbus, the county seat.
29.7194° N, 96.5522° W
Where to Find It
1/2 mile N. of Colorado River on Business 71 at FM 109 turnoff, Columbus
Nearby Markers
- 0.6 mi SE Site of Robson's Castle and Columbus, Texas, Meat and Ice Company Columbus
- 0.6 mi S George Glenn Columbus
- 0.8 mi SE The Isgrig House Columbus
- 0.9 mi SE Keith-Traylor House Columbus
- 0.9 mi SE Youens-Hopkins House Columbus
- 0.9 mi SE Simpson-Williamson House Columbus