Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historic Site
Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historic Site, Historic site in Limestone County, United States
Confederate Reunion Grounds is a historic site in Limestone County featuring Victorian-era buildings and structures from the late 1800s. The property includes a dance pavilion, mature oak trees, and sits along natural waterways with springs.
The site was established in 1889 to serve as an annual gathering place for Civil War veterans through 1946. A cannon preserved there was captured from Union forces during the Battle of Mansfield, marking a significant moment from the conflict.
The name reflects the annual veterans gatherings that took place here, where former soldiers came together to reminisce and support one another. Visitors today can sense how this assembly point shaped the local community through its architecture and open spaces designed for congregation and shared memory.
The site is managed by the Texas Historical Commission and welcomes visitors with guided tours and educational programs available. The grounds include mature trees and natural waterways, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended for exploring the property.
The grounds preserve records from the Mexia Oil Boom spanning from 1920 through 1996, showing how petroleum shaped the region's economic development. These documents offer visitors insight into a lesser-known chapter of the area's transformation.
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