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Montgomery County Historical Commission " Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Historical Markers in Montgomery County Arnold-Simonton House National Register Listing — 2079002996 Baker Cemetery Historical Marker — 5507015802 Cemetery — 7339001705 Bay's Chapel Cemetery Historical Marker — 5507015829 Cemetery — 7339006205 Bay's Chapel Methodist Church Historical Marker — 5339007864 Beeson Cemetery Cemetery — 7339006805 Bennett's Early Homesite Historical Marker — 5507015369 Bethel Cemetery Cemetery — 7339004105 Boeykn Cemetery Cemetery — 7339006405 Calvary Road-Lakeview-Plainview Cemetery Cemetery — 7339008105 Campbell Cemetery — 7339015405 Cartwright Cemetery Cemetery — 7339004805 Cartwright-Mt. Zion Cemetery — 7339015105 Cathalorri Historical Marker — 5339007866 Charles Bellinger Stewart Historical Marker — 5339007903 Chilton-Dean House Historical Marker-5000023640 Collier-Moore Cemetery Cemetery — 7339004605 Conroe Historical Marker — 5339007867 Conroe Community Cemetery Cemetery — 7339014405 Conroe Fire of 1911 Historical Marker — 5507017662 Conroe Memorial Park-Mims Cemetery Cemetery — 7339001105 Conroe Oil Field Historical Marker — 5339007869 Conroe Telephone Exchange Historical Marker — 5339012320 Copeland Chapel Cemetery Cemetery — 7339004505 Crane Family Cabin Historical Marker — 5339007870 Crater Hill Historical Marker — 5339007871 Crawford Cemetery Cemetery — 7339004205 Cude Cemetery Cemetery — 7339006905 Danville Cemetery Historical Marker — 5000022688 Cemetery — 7339005905 Danville-Shepherd Hill Cemetery Cemetery — 7339007005 Davis Law Office Historical Marker — 5339007874 Decker Prairie Cemetery Historical Marker — 5507015067 Decker Prairie Cemetery #2 Cemetery — 7339002905 Dr. Charles B. Stewert Cemetery Cemetery — 7339011505 Dry Creek-Grater Cemetery — 7339007705 East River Baptist Church Cemetery Cemetery — 7339002405 Ebenezer Cemetery Cemetery — 7339007305 Elizabeth Shaw Cartwright Cemetery Historical Marker — 5000020048 Enloe Cemetery — 7339004005 Esperanza Historical Marker — 5339007875 Fernland Historical Park Museum Information — 4200001260 First State Bank of Montgomery Historical Marker — 5339007878 Forest Park Cemetery — 7339009605 Former Homesite of Joseph L. Bennett Historical Marker — 5339007865 Fostoria Cemetery #1 Cemetery — 7339000505 Fostoria Cemetery #2 (Private) Cemetery — 7339008205 Freeman Cemetery Cemetery — 7339000805 Frontier Colonial Home Historical Marker — 5339007901 Garden Park Cemetery Cemetery — 7339001405 George Bell Madeley Cemetery Historical Marker — 5339007883 Golden Gate Cemetery Cemetery — 7339007505 Goodson Cemetery Cemetery — 7339013005 Gorgey Cemetery Cemetery — 7339002805 Griffith Cemetery Cemetery — 7339003705 Griffith Graves Cemetery — 7339015005 Heritage Museum of Montgomery County Museum Information — 4200000097 Hickory Grove Cemetery Cemetery — 7339003305 J. S. Griffith Home Historical Marker — 5339007879 Jacob Shannon Evergreen Cemetery Historical Marker — 5339007899 Cemetery — 7339003905 James Jordan (Jardine) Log House Historical Marker — 5339007882 John English Cemetery Cemetery — 7339007405 John M. Wade Historical Marker — 5339007906 Johnson Cemetery Cemetery — 7339013105 Johnson Road-Votaw Cemetery Cemetery — 7339002205 Jones Chapel Cemetery Cemetery — 7339012405 Keenan Cemetery Cemetery — 7339004705 Kidd Cemetery #1 Cemetery — 7339007905 Kidd Cemetery #2 Cemetery — 7339002305 Kingwood Funeral Home Cemetery — 7339013205 Kirbee Kiln Site National Register Listing — 2073001970 Koonce-Urech Cemetery Cemetery — 7339008005 Lake Creek Settlement Historical Marker — 5507018408 Landrum-Springer Cemetery Cemetery — 7339008305 Lee Allen Grave Cemetery — 7339006605 Lee Cemetery Cemetery — 7339008405 Leonard Grave Cemetery — 7339008505 Lewis Dupree Cemetery Cemetery — 7339006705 Lowery Cemetery Cemetery — 7339008605 M. B. Steger Home Historical Marker — 5339007902 Mabin Alexander Anderson Historical Marker — 5339007863 Madeley Cemetery Cemetery — 7339008705 Magnolia Historical Marker — 5339007884 Historical Marker — 5339007885 Magnolia Cemetery Historical Marker — 5507017449 Cemetery — 7339000105 Magnolia Depot Historical Marker — 5339012233 Major & Margaret Uzzell Graves Cemetery — 7339011805 Mallalieu United Methodist Church Historical Marker — 5507013566 Malone Cemetery — 7339014705 Martin Cemetery No.1 Cemetery — 7339014605 Martin Hill Cemetery Cemetery — 7339005205 Matthew W. Cartwright y Historical Marker — 5339007914 Mausoleum of the Cross Cemetery — 7339013305 Methodist Parsonage Historical Marker — 5339007888 Miller Graves Cemetery — 7339009005 Mink Cemetery Cemetery — 7339009105 Mizell Cemetery Cemetery — 7339002605 Montgomery Baptist Church Building Historical Marker — 5339007889 Montgomery County Historical Marker — 5507014997 Montgomery County, C. S. A. Historical Marker — 5339007890 Montgomery County Courthouse Courthouse (1838) Courthouse (1842) Courthouse (1855) Courthouse (1891) Courthouse (1936) Montgomery County Courthouses Historical Marker — 5507017660 Montgomery Memorial Cemetery Historical Marker — 5507016450 Cemetery — 7339005405 Montgomery United Methodist Church, Site of Historical Marker — 5507014615 Moore Grave Cemetery — 7339009205 Morgan Cemetery Cemetery — 7339000305 Mostyn-Tillis Prairie Cemetery Cemetery — 7339003005 Mt. Pleasant Cemetery Historical Marker — 5339007891 Cemetery — 7339005705 Mt. Zion Cemetery — 7339012705 Mt. Zion Cemetery Cemetery — 7339003505 N. H. Davis Cottage Historical Marker — 5339007873 Nat Hart Davis Pioneer Complex and Museum Museum Information — 4200001364 New Bethlehem Cemetery Historical Marker — 5507015224 Cemetery — 7339001005 New Caney Historical Marker — 5339007892 New Cemetery of Montgomery Historical Marker — 5339007893 New Home Cemetery Cemetery — 7339009305 New Montgomery Cemetery Cemetery — 7339005605 Noah Griffith and Esther Wightman Griffith Historical Marker — 5339007881 Oakley-White Oak Cemetery Cemetery — 7339001905 Oakwood Cemetery Cemetery — 7339001205 Oklahoma Cemetery Historical Marker — 5507017450 Cemetery — 7339000205 Oklahoma School Historical Marker — 5339013122 Old Bird Cemetery Cemetery — 7339009405 Old Cemetery #2 (NE of Cook Lake) Cemetery — 7339015505 Old China Grove Cemetery Cemetery — 7339009505 Old Dean Cemetery Cemetery — 7339007105 Old Dr. Wm. P. Powell Home Historical Marker — 5339007895 Old Methodist Cemetery Cemetery — 7339005505 Old Rocky Cemetery Cemetery — 7339009805 Old Smith Cemetery Cemetery — 7339010005 Pate Cemetery Cemetery — 7339003205 Pauluka Gravesite Cemetery — 7339013405 Peterson Cemetery Cemetery — 7339010105 Pilgreen Cemetery Cemetery — 7339010205 Piney Grove Cemetery — 7339003105 Pool's Cemetery Historical Marker — 5507017209 Porter Chapel Cemetery — 7339003805 Post Oak Cemetery Cemetery — 7339002705 Prairie Cemetery Cemetery — 7339013505 Prater Cemetery — 7339012905 Prater Cemetery Cemetery — 7339013605 Presswood-Roberts Cemetery Cemetery — 7339010305 Private Cemetery Cemetery — 7339013705 Ratliff Vault Cemetery — 7339010405 Rayford Rest Cemetery Cemetery — 7339010505 Reaves Cemetery Cemetery — 7339010605 Red Bluff Cemetery Cemetery — 7339009905 Reinhardt Homestead Historical Marker — 5339007897 Reuben Jonathan Palmer Historical Marker — 5339007894 Richard Williams Cemetery Cemetery — 7339012305 Robinson-Brown Cemetery Cemetery — 7339008905 Robinson-McFaddin Cemetery Cemetery — 7339002105 Rose Cemetery Cemetery — 7339010705 Rosewood Cemetery Cemetery — 7339001305 Rosewood Funeral Home Cemetery — 7339013805 Rosewood Memorial Park Cemetery Cemetery — 7339010805 Rosewood Memorial Park Cemetery-North Cemetery — 7339013905 Saddler Cemetery Cemetery — 7339010905 Sanders Cemetery Cemetery — 7339003605 Sapp Cemetery Cemetery — 7339004305 Scotts Ridge Cemetery — 7339005805 Secretaries of State Historical Marker — 5507015190 Security Cemetery Cemetery — 7339000405 Shelton-Smith House Historical Marker — 5339007900 Shepard Hill Catholic Cemetery — 7339014805 Shepherd Drive Methodist Church Historical Marker — 5201010776 Simonton Home Historical Marker — 5507015456 Singleton Cemetery Cemetery — 7339011105 Site of Former Town of Danville Historical Marker — 5339007872 Site of Willis Cigar Factory Historical Marker — 5339007909 Site of the Home of Dr. Charles B. Stewart Historical Marker — 5507013858 Skinner Cemetery Cemetery — 7339002005 Small Private Cemetery Cemetery — 7339014005 Splendora Cemetery Cemetery — 7339002505 Spring Branch Cemetery Cemetery — 7339005305 St. Buelah Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery — 7339011205 Steger Cemetery Cemetery — 7339014105 Stowe Cemetery Cemetery — 7339011605 Sugar Hill-Martin Cemetery Cemetery — 7339008805 Sunday-Moore House Historical Marker — 5339007904 Tamina-Sweet Rest Cemetery Cemetery — 7339000605 Telegraph Road Historical Marker — 5339007905 Texas Cemetery Cemetery — 7339014205 Texas Flag Park Museum Information — 4200001177 The Davison Home Historical Marker — 5167007427 The Griffith Homesite and Cemetery Historical Marker — 5339007880 The Isaac Conroe Property Historical Marker — 5339007868 The Old Methodist Churchyard Historical Marker — 5339007887 The Railroad in Montgomery Historical Marker — 5339007896 The Richard Williams Cemetery Historical Marker — 5339007907 The W. A. "Bay" Evans Home Historical Marker — 5339007876 Thomas Chapel United Methodist Church Historical Marker — 5339012608 Town of Montgomery Historical Marker — 5339007916 Travis-Turner Cemetery Cemetery — 7339011705 Turner Family Cemetery — 7339014305 Turner-Simmons Cemetery Cemetery — 7339011005 Turner-Thomas Cemetery Cemetery — 7339003405 Two Single Graves Cemetery — 7339011905 Union Grove Cemetery Cemetery — 7339006005 Unknown Cemetery #1 Cemetery — 7339004405 Unknown Cemetery #2 Cemetery — 7339006105 Unknown Grave (Steger Lane) Cemetery — 7339015605 Vick’s Cemetery Cemetery — 7339000705 Waller Cemetery Cemetery — 7339012005 Weaver Memorial Cemetery Cemetery — 7339012105 West Fork of The San Jacinto River Historical Marker — 5339007898 Whispering Pines Cemetery Cemetery — 7339012205 Wiggins Family Cemetery — 7339015205 Wilburton Cemetery — 7339015305 William Cartwright Historical Marker — 5339007915 William S. Taylor Historical Marker — 5339007917 William Womack Home Historical Marker — 5339007912 Willis Historical Marker — 5339007908 Willis Cemetery Cemetery — 7339001605 Willis Male and Female College Historical Marker — 5339007910 Willis Methodist Church Historical Marker — 5339007911 Willis Rest Haven Cemetery — 7339001505 Womack-Cawthorn-Sturges Cemetery Cemetery — 7339005105 Womack Cemetery Cemetery — 7339014505 Womack-Springer Cemetery Cemetery — 7339012505 Wood Cemetery Cemetery — 7339012605 Wood-Valda Home Historical Marker — 5339007913 Yell Cemetery #1 Cemetery — 7339005005 Yell Cemetery #2 Cemetery — 7339004905 unknown #6 (Carver Sch) Cemetery — 7339012805 Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Montgomery County Historical Commission " Home of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Contact Us Address Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Contact us by using this form: First Name Last Name Email Subject Leave us a message... Submit Thanks for submitting! Join the Mailing List Enter your email here Subscribe Thanks for submitting! Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Montgomery County Historical Commission " Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Historical Commission Events Event Calendar Montgomery County Texas Historical Timeline Vol. I & II Book Signing Events with Larry Foerster 2024 Lineup Softbound $35 Hardbound $50 The two-volume updated second edition of my Montgomery County Texas Historical Timeline has now arrived from the printer and will be available for sale. This expands my first edition published in 2013 from 239 pages to 500 pages in two volumes. Cover photos taken by professional photographer, David Clements, are of “The Texian” statue, created by noted local sculptor Craig Campobella. The statue is the centerpiece of the Lone Star Monument and Historic Flag Park in Conroe. This is a Montgomery County Historical Commission project with the support of County Judge Mark Keough and County Commissioners Robert Walker, Charlie Riley, James Noack, and Matt Gray. Volumes will soon be available at all County libraries. Volume I covers the years 1500 through 1918. Volume II covers the years 1919 through 2021. Each softbound volume is full of historic photos, maps, and other historic items that make reading our County’s history more interesting. Softbound Volumes I and II retail for $35 each. All proceeds are used to promote and preserve the history of Montgomery County. Checks can be made payable to the Montgomery County Historical Commission. Jan 20, 2024 2-5pm Corner Pub Conroe Feb 17, 2024 1-4pm Lamar Elem. The Woodlands Mar 23, 2024 1-3pm Heritage Museum Conroe Spring 2024 Gallery Road Rally Gallery Flyers and Events Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Montgomery County Historical Commission " Home of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Resources Search Montgomery County Historical Commission Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry Foerester, Chairman 414 West Phillips St., Suite 100 Conroe, TX 77301 Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Montgomery County Historical Commission " Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Youth Advisory Board Youth Advisory Board COUNTY-WIDE “YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD” One of the most important branches of the Montgomery County Historical Commission is its Youth Advisory Board (“YAB” for short). Composed of juniors and seniors representing public and private high schools in Montgomery County. The goal is to harness the “Youth Power” in our communities by forming a high school youth advisory board. The Historical Commission believes this is the first such county-wide youth organization of its kind in Texas. The Montgomery County Historical Commission is a duly constituted organization of Montgomery County government composed of citizen members appointed by the County Commissioners who serve for two-year terms. The Commission reports to the County Judge and the Commissioners Court and the Texas Historical Commission. The Commission works in various fields including archeology, architecture, history, economic development and heritage tourism for the purpose of preserving and promoting the rich history and heritage of Montgomery County—the third oldest county in Texas, created in 1837. The Youth Advisory Board has its own set of By-Laws along with a Mission Statement: To provide the youth of Montgomery County opportunities through volunteerism and service to have a positive effect on the preservation and promotion of the history and heritage of Texas and Montgomery County; to discover and circulate information that is important to the historical identity of Montgomery County; and to offer a forum by which youth in Montgomery County can voice their ideas and concerns. These energetic and creative young people—all personally selected by their school teachers and administrators—will individually and collectively: Be a voice for the youth of Montgomery County in our Historical Commission’s goals to make history relevant, interesting and fun for all ages Promote Historical Commission activities and events, such as the upcoming first annual History Road Rally and similar historical events around Montgomery County Generate fresh and fun ideas for projects that serve the Historical Commission and the citizens of Montgomery County Increase awareness of educational opportunities for Texas and Montgomery County history Be directly engaged in the preservation and promotion of the history of Montgomery County Promote the contributions of Montgomery County youth as service volunteers Help with the maintenance of the Historical Commission website and other social media that distribute information about Montgomery County’s historical sites and its rich heritage Have fun working with other Montgomery County youth along with respected County leaders For more information about this new organization, please contact Commission member and Board sponsor, Brenda Beaven at 936-499-3786 (cell) or email: brenda.n.beaven@gmail.com . Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Montgomery County Historical Commission " Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Montgomery County Historical Commission " Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Updates and News News of Montgomery County Historical Commission Billy Ray with Montgomery County News article of his Distinquished Service Award (Feb 28 2025) 1/7 Thomas Chapel Historic Montgomery Co. church built by freedmen in need of prayer and repair: 'It's irreplaceable' Read More Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Montgomery County Historical Commission " Home of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More County Historical Markers Montgomery County Marker Applications MCHC Marker Narrative Template Draft MCHC Marker Application Presswood Cemetery Tucked away on this small piece of land is the final resting spot for the families of Presswood, Roberts, Shiver, and Turner, who were some of the founding families of New Caney, Texas. In 1862, Austin and Sarah Presswood settled in the area and began cattle, farming, and railroad operations. This area was initially named "Presswood" after the family until 1880s, when a post office was established and the name of "New Caney" was adopted. St. Matthew Free Mission Baptist Church In March 1889, fifteen years before Conroe was established as a town, St. Matthew Free Mission Baptist Church was organized in the Piney Woodland. Bigotry during this era forced African Americans to rely on each other for opportunities to worship and mutal support, gathering together as a congregation brought a feeling of familial closeness that had often been lost during the days of slavery. Tamina Sweet Rest Cemetery Freedmen settlements began appearing throughout Texas soon after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation was publicly read in Galveston by Union General Gordan Granger on June 19, 1865. The Freedmen community of “Tamina” was founded in 1871, composed of about 3000 acres. By 1905 only 442 acres located on the east side of Hwy 75 (later Interstate 45) were occupied by the heirs and descendants of the original settlers. Sacred Heart Church The first church was a small structure on the west side of South Main Street (Chambers) at the intersection of Avenue G. The James McDade family graciously donated the land for the mission church, a plot 199’x150’ about 3 blocks from the courthouse which was “considered to be the residential district.” Bishop Nicholas A Gallagher made his first trip to Conroe and confirmed a class of only 17 and thereby dedicated the new church, St Mary’s of the Woods. Santa María del Bosque Iglesia Católica del Sagrado Corazón La primera iglesia fue una estructura pequeña en el lado oeste de South Main Street (Chambers) en la intersección de la Avenida G. La familia James McDade donó generosamente el terreno para la iglesia de la misión, un terreno de 199'x150' aproximadamente 3 cuadras del Juzgada que era "considerado como el distrito residencial." El obispo Nicholas A. Gallagher hizo su primer viaje a Conroe y confirmó una clase de solo 17 y así dedicó la nueva iglesia, Santa María del Bosque. Piney Grove Missionary in Magnolia Addison-Gandy House The Addison-Gandy House was built for John Britton Addison and his wife Martha Bowe Davis Addison around 1892. Local craftsmen Robert and John Carpenter constructed the residence out of pine and cypress timbers. Today, the facade is unchanged with its detailed Victorian gingerbread port railing. It is a one story "L" shaped cottage with a gabled roof and a front porch supported by plain square posts and decorative brackets. Read more... Algernon Texas Alexander Algernon Alexander is internationally recognized as a father of Texas Blues. Born into abject poverty on September 12, 1900 in Jewett, Leon County, Texas, Algernon was raised in Richards, Texas, by his grandmother, Sally Beavers. While working in the cotton fields and for the railroad, Alexander learned the "Blues," a new expressive style of emotional and spiritual music sung by African Americans. Alexander made over 69 recordings for Okeh and Vocalion records as "Texas" Alexander. Conroe Service League Conroe Service League began in 1955 with 12 enterprising women who made a difference in their community by forming one of the first organizations in the county to help the needy and disadvantaged children. The women were pioneers that effected change for the underserved in the community. They were instrumental in establishing the Heritage Museum. Local women have followed in their footsteps using their guiding principles and ideals to continue their legacy. Grogan-Cochran House The Grogan-Cochran house was built in 1924 by James G. Grogan, Sr., who was prominent in the lumber industry at that time. This single-story frame house was built for his family in the Texas Bungalow architectural style that was common during the early 1900's. The house was constructed with wooden shiplap walls and floors from local pine produced at the Grogan-Cochran Lumber Company sawmill. The house was originally located near downtown Conroe at 615 North Thompson. Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church Established in 1901, the Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church has served the Black community of Conroe, Texas for 120 years. Strake-Gray Oilfield House The Strake-Gray Oilfield House was purchased by George Strake, Sr. for his first oilfield superintendent in 1938. The house was originally located at 11585 Duffey Road off FM 1314. It represents the typical front gable single story bungalow-style house of the period. It is unique in that it is of portable construction, meaning it was prefabricated. It is believed that the house was ordered from a Sears and Roebuck Catalogue, shipped by rail in pieces, transported to the oilfield, Read More Sanders Cemetery Julius J. Sanders was born in Jones County, GA in 1836. He and his wife Sarah Torvah moved to Texas in 1872 after serving in the Civil War. Julius was a circuit preacher for the Methodist Church and traveled to many towns in Montgomery County preaching the gospel. In 1875, he acquired 59 acres in the W. Hillhouse Survey establishing his homestead and family cemetery. he was one of the first Methodist Ministers in Magnolia and helped build the first Methodist Church building. Shepard's Barber Shop This is the oldest barber shop in continuous use in Montgomery County. The building was known locally as the "Little Jack West Building" when constructed by Pete West about 1914. It was first used as a barber shop by Henry Williamson in about 1922 and then in 1938 by Stovall Thomas. Bob Shepard purchased the building from Waren Stubblefield in 2000. The building's exterior was restored in 2007. WA & Gertrude Dean Home The Dean family were one of the prominent mercantile and community leaders of Magnolia in the early 1900s. In 1919, W.A. (Willie) Dean constructed this house and completed it a year later in time for his wedding to Gertrude Crook. They lived in this house until Willie's death in 1963. This home is a typical one-story house popular in the early 1900s. It was constructed of pine and hardwoods milled at a Magnolia sawmill. The Dean home is an excellent example of typical 20th century small housing. County Marker Documents Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Montgomery County Historical Commission " Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Oil and Industry History Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Members of the Montgomery County Historical Commission. Montgomery County Historical Commission " Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Members of the Commission Montgomery County Commissioners Court Mark Keough—County Judge Robert C. Walker—Commissioner, Precinct 1 Charlie Riley—Commissioner, Precinct 2 Ritch Wheeler—Commissioner, Precinct 3 Matt Gray—Commissioner, Precinct 4 ByLaws Application for Appointment Historical Commission Committees Research and Historical Marker Committee Historical Cemetery Committee Communications Website and Social Media Committee Endangered Buildings Committee Grants-Budget Committee Youth Advisory Board Committee History Road Rally Executive Committee CLG Committee 250th Anniversary Committee Website-Social Media Committee Historical Commission Bartholet, Robin Beard, Kirsten Fitzner Beaven, Brenda Blanks, Jennifer PhD Canada, Mark Carrel, Jack Carroll, Carolyn A. Crowl, Chad DeYang, Aaron Dominey, Barkley Foerster, Larry (Chairman) Hersom, Frank Hersom, Merlynn Hignett, Kimberly Johnson, Frank M. Jordan, Maria Banos Kerr, Annette Knauer, Brittany Wallace Londeen, Ryan Meador, Ann Montgomery, Joy Montgomery, Robin Muir, Steven Politte, Laura Rapoza, Andrew Ringo, Missy Saikowski, Ron Sargent, Bernie Searle, Kameron K. Shepeard, Anna Sisson, Zach Smythe, Beverly Spencer, Gertie Uher, Victor Wilkerson, T. J. Williams, Deborah H. Wise, Olivia "Dell" County Historical Commission Appointee Orientation Course Link Recommended Criteria for CHC Appointees 2025-2026 term of service Texas Local Government Code, Chapter 318, enables county commissioners courts to appoint individuals to serve on county historical commissions (CHC). Visit the following webpage to reference a record copy of these statutes: www.statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/LG/htm/LG.318.htm. In addition to these statutory criteria, the Commission offers some practical criteria below for your consideration during the appointment process. Statutory Requirements for CHC Composition Section 318.003, Texas Local Government Code, spells out the statutory criteria for CHC membership: Each CHC must be composed of at least 7 county residents; statutes do not include a maximum number of appointees. CHC appointees serve a two-year term, ideally beginning in January of odd-numbered years. CHC appointees must broadly represent the characteristics of the entire county’s general population. CHC appointees must have an interest in historic preservation and an understanding of local history and resources. Appointment Methodology Statutes do not address the exact methodology for appointing CHCs. Our research shows that this process varies somewhat from county to county. Some county officials interview individuals seeking the appointment and others accept recommendations from existing CHC appointees. Whatever method your county selects, please consider the following recommendations prior to appointment. Applying statutory criteria along with our recommended criteria ensures that appointees are active, work well with others, and leave a positive impression with the public. Lubbock CHC unveils the Willie Lusk Historical Marker Recommended Appointee Criteria Please appoint individuals who can contribute in a variety of ways. If possible, appoint individuals who have Internet access (home, CHC office, or public hub), can leave home to perform site visits, and will maintain a positive attitude. Appointees should be able to meet the following recommended criteria. Able and committed to attend full commission meetings; statutes require at least 4 meetings per year. Able and willing to volunteer time to plan and manage projects, programs, and events. Able to receive/respond to public inquiries about county historic resources in a timely manner. Able and willing to attend preservation education opportunities outside of their county. Able to provide site visits to historic properties within the county to update property inventories and provide current information on site conditions to THC staff. Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Gallery of the Montgomery County Historical Commission. Montgomery County Historical Commission " Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Image Gallery Gallery 1 The photos presented are courtesy of the History Task Force. Gallery 2 The photos presented are courtesy of the Heritage Museum of Montgomery County. Share your Pictures Share your pictures and your stories with us! Upload Files here. To Contribute: To contribute images to this gallery, insert images to the folder and note that in contributing images, you are releasing them to be shared on the website. Thank you. Gallery Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.

Montgomery County Historical Commission " Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag " Home About Events Work History Gallery Contact More Montgomery County History Bessie Owen Collection Visit Places Visit People Visit Events Visit Montgomery County Historical Commission c/o Larry L. Foerster, Chair 2411 Ellis Park Lane Conroe, Texas 77304 Cell: 936-537-9070 foerster@dfcllp.com Purpose and Mission To discover, circulate information pertinent to the historical identity of Montgomery County. To cooperate with other organizations in preserving the history and heritage of Texas.