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You are here: Home / Destinations / Texas / Central Texas / Old Fort Parker Historic Site

Old Fort Parker Historic Site

Posted July 14, 2020 / Last Updated March 17, 2022 Tags: Historical Site, Texas History

On our way out for a hike at Fort Parker State Park, we noticed a sign for Old Fort Parker Historic Site and we decided to stop by afterward to check it out.

Not knowing much history of the area, we weren’t really sure what to expect. We pulled up to a large parking lot and walked inside to the gift shop/entrance.

Something we quickly learned, they do not take credit/debit cards, only cash. Since we did not have any cash, we turned around to head back to the car but was stopped and informed that we could still continue through and just mail the admittance fee after we got home.

We walked through the door and after a very short walk on a bridge we were transformed back in time as we stepped foot onto Old Fort Parker.

Old Fort Parker Historic Site

What an amazing reconstruction! As you step into the reconstructed buildings, you feel like you are stepping back in time. Several are filled with period furnishings, which we thought were a really nice touch.

Inside a cabin at Old Fort Parker Historic Site

We loved that you could really explore the grounds and buildings at your own leisure.

History of Old Fort Parker Historic Site

Old Fort Parker Historic Site is a reconstructed fort which pays tribute to the Parker Family. The reconstruction was originally built in 1930 then reconstructed again in 1967.

From the Old Fort Parker brochure:

“The Parkers and other members of their church came to Texas from Crawford County, Illinois in 1833. Daniel Parker and the majority of his followers settled near the present city of Elkhart. Elder John Parker and three of his sons began to clear the land and construct Parker’s Fort in December of 1833.

On May 19, 1836, while most of the men were working in the fields, the Fort was attacked by Indians. Five settlers were killed and five were captured. The remaining twenty-one survivors were split into two groups and made their way to Fort Houston, near the present city of Palestine.”

Present Day

Today you can roam the reconstructed Fort, explore the cabins, and climb the blockhouse.

You can also rent out the Old Fort Parker visitor center, historic house, camp houses, or rent an RV slot complete with water, electricity and a dump station.

Getting There

866 Park Road 35
Groesbeck, TX 76642
254-729-5253
Website

Open Wednesday – Sunday
9 am – 5 pm
Adults $2 / Children 6-11 $1

Have you been? What were your thoughts? Comment below and let me know!

Disclaimer: These articles are here to serve others as a guide on their own outdoor & travel adventures. You use any advice given on this site at your own risk. Not all trails, attractions, and travels are safe for everyone. What works for me, may not work for you. Do your own research on gear and destinations before proceeding. Information is accurate at the time of posting and is subject to change at any time.

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  1. Wanda A Earl says

    March 25, 2023 at 6:01 pm

    I am was told of a book written by Jack Selden,
    .

    tittled The Return.,
    The person that told me said that I might find one here, If so, would you please send me cost,

    I am a direct decent of Quanah Parker and Cyntha Ann and have been collecting as much as much as I can to get the whole story right, I would appreciat it, Please send me cost and price if you have the book, Thank you very, very much,

    Reply
    • Nutty Hiker says

      March 27, 2023 at 9:27 am

      Sorry I have never heard of it. I would suggest checking Amazon, or Old Fort Parker may have it in their gift shop. It might be worth trying to reach out to them.

      Reply

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