Milam (2011)

The first known description of Milam was given by Stephen Fuller Austin in his diary as he camped along El Camino Real de los Tejas in 1821. Because of the towns close proximity to the trail, Milam saw many explorers, veterans, and pioneers pass through the area. Milam, one of the oldest towns in texas, was originally known as Red Mound, and was attractive to settlers for its agricultural wealth. After the county seat was moved to Hemphill in 1858, the town of Milam slowly began to decline. The depression, closure of the school and a shift away from cotton farming led to the relocation of many milam residents. Recently, retirees have returned for recreational activities in the area. 175 Years of Texas Independence * 1836-2011

Milam is a historical marker in Milam, Sabine County, dedicated in 2011. It is one of 43 historical markers documented in Sabine County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 152 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 31.4327, -93.8474 near Milam. The nearest cataloged historic site is Milam (historical marker), about under a tenth of a mile away. Others within a short drive include Weatherred Family, John C. Hale, and The Milam Masonic Institute.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5507016778. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.