Updated: 6/17/2010 
Old Fort Parker
Groesbeck, Texas
Description

Old Fort Parker is a very early Texas fort built in 1833, and since reconstructed. The Comanche Indains as well as the Anglo Parker participate in keeping this historic site alive. We have primitive camping, 35 Rv hookups with water, 19 air conditioned rooms in historic barracks and a historic house available for lodging A visitor center is available for rent to serve meals etc.

Meals can be served by fort staff if arrangements are made in advance.

History

1833 Was Built by pioneers
1933 Re construction by CCC Camp
1967 Re construction by Huntsville Prison Camp

Artifact Collections

Some artifacts from the Parker families etc.
Some bones from the Pin Oak Mammoth
German prison of WWII barracks
1885 Historic House

Programs

Lectures or presentations on Cynthia Ann Parker.......usually free for gas and food

Services
Gift Shop
Event Rental
Restaurant
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