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Incorporated as a town on December 29, 1837, Crockett is the county seat of the oldest county in Texas, Houston County.
Named in honor of David Crockett, who camped nearby on his way to the Alamo in 1836, Crockett is settled on the historic Old San Antonio Road.
Explore the History of Crockett
1837
Houston County & Town of Crockett Incorporated.
1872
Houston & Great Northern Railroad was built, spurring economic growth in the region.
1885
An Opera House was established, which would later become the historic Ritz Theatre.
1886
Mary Allen Seminary was founded.
1906
The Coca Cola bottling factory was established, which would remain a staple business in Crockett until 2018
1909
Railroad Depot was built, which would later become the Houston County Historical Museum.
1931
The simple high-roofed, tin-sided building that would later become Camp Street Cafe was built.
1935
Davy Crockett National Forest was established in Houston County.
1939
Houston County Historic Courthouse was built.
1940s - 60s
Crockett was a popular spot on the Chitlin' Circuit for African American blues musicians.
1981
Inaugural year for the annual Christmas in Crockett event.
1993
The Railroad Depot was chartered as the Houston County Visitors Center and Museum.
1998
Camp Street Cafe was established in the historic tin building.
2002
Statue of Lightnin' Hopkins was dedicated and sits on historic Camp Street.
2011
Statue of Myrtis Dightman was dedicated and sits in front of the Porth Ag Arena.
2013
Historic Camp Street Blues Mural was completed.
2021
Downtown Crockett Association was established.
2024
Inaugural year of the annual Camp Street Blues Jam
TODAY
Crockett continues to be a hub for music, arts, entrepreneurship, and events, bringing new ventures to East Texas.
NOTABLE FROM CROCKETT
Lucille Bishop Smith
Entrepreneur, Chef, & Inventor
"The 1st African American Businesswoman in Texas"
Major George Lawson Keene
Most Decorated Soldier of WW1
Myrtis Dightman
1st African American Bull-Rider to Compete in NFR
"The Jackie Robinson of Rodeo"
Les
Beasley
Southern Gospel Musician, President of Gospel Music Association '70-'71, & co-designed Dove Award
