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Madison County

Madisonville, Madison County

Marker Text

Formed from Grimes, Walker, and Leon counties. Created January 21, 1853 and organized April 4, 1853. Named in honor of James Madison 1751-1836, "Father of the Constitution," fourth president of the United States. County seat, Madisonville.

Marker Details

Address 901 N. May St.
Location Description 901 N. May St. (SH 75) (At TX DOT Maintenance Center)
Marker # 11258
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Centennial - Highway Marker (pink granite)
Code counties
Latitude, Longitude 30.960415, -95.915822

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