Cooke County, County seat in north-central Texas, United States.
Cooke County is an administrative area in north Texas with varied landscapes ranging from sandy prairies to wooded regions. Its main towns of Gainesville, Muenster, Lindsay, and Valley View are connected by highways and rural roads.
The area was founded in 1848 and named after William Gordon Cooke, a Texas Revolution soldier. Its administrative organization took shape the following year.
The Morton Museum in Gainesville displays regional artifacts and tells the story of early settlements in north Texas. Visitors can learn how the people who shaped this area lived their daily lives.
The region is easily accessible via Interstate 35 and US Highway 82, making travel between towns straightforward. When planning a visit, remember that rural roads play an important role in reaching different parts of the area.
The area participates in the Medal of Honor Host City Program, which honors military personnel through special events. This initiative regularly brings the local community together with the stories of war veterans.
Location: Texas
Inception: 1849
Capital city: Gainesville
Shares border with: Denton County, Grayson County, Wise County, Montague County, Love County
Website: http://co.cooke.tx.us
GPS coordinates: 33.63333,-97.21667
Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:05
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