Historic Henderson, Texas Postcard

Sunday morning offers time for a quiet stroll in the charming and historic downtown district of Henderson, Texas. Many buildings of the downtown date to before the American Civil War. The city has 19 historical markers, including homes dating from the 1880s, churches, and colleges. Henderson Commercial Historic District is on the National Register of Historic Places. Downtown Henderson is one of the most dramatic and charming downtowns in the East Texas area. Colourful canvas awnings highlight the ornate buildings which house Henderson's downtown merchants and offer shade to downtown shoppers visiting the various antiques stores, clothing stores, and restaurants lining the Main Streets.