Welcome To Athens, Texas, county seat of Henderson County, where the past and
the future collide in some of the most beautiful land in NorthEast Texas!

The Courthouse Square in Athens has a historic flavor with brick storefronts and a beautiful
courthouse that speak of the history of this East Texas county seat.  The square is still
a hub of activity with businesses surrounding the courthouse, just as it did in the past,
but like other East Texas towns, Athens has a newer side and as you leave the square
you see the mixture of historic homes and churches with more modern buildings and
businesses of the modern Athens.  This thriving county seat has over 12,000 residents*.

Henderson County has 949.0 square miles and a county wide population of 68,962*.  That
is less than 73 people per square mile.  Compare that with Collin County (Plano) which has
491 people/square mile or Dallas County with 2236 people/square mile.*   Growth of the
County has been slow yet steady, as people discover the beauty of the county which is over 1/3
forested with Sandy Loam and Clay soils, temperate climate, and a beautiful rolling terrain,
similar to the Texas Hill Country. In addition, the county is the Land of Lakes with these
lakes within the County: Cedar Creek Lake, Lake Palestine, and Lake Athens. These
lakes provide recreational benefits for Henderson County residents as well as many folks who
maintain summer and vacation homes on the lakes.  Purtis Creek State
Park also provides recreational facilities to the area.

*The statistics on population, area, and geographical features taken from the Millennium
Edition of The Texas Almanac, 2000-2001, published by The Dallas Morning News.

Suggestions for Visitors to Athens and Henderson County:


East Texas Arboretum

The East Texas Arboretum is a great place (100 ac) to enjoy the nature trails, herb garden, and
more that is maintained by volunteers to share the joy of the agricultural heritage of the county.  Many
school children are served with these visits as well as the visits by Henderson County residents
and visitors.  This an ever growing attraction and they always need more help.  Learn more
about this endeavor at this link:
East Texas Arboretum in Athens

Another great place to visit in Athens is the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center:

 

This Center was opened in 1996 and is located just 4 miles E of Athens on FM 2495.   It features as
23,000sf  visitors center, 300,000 gallons of aquariums, a theater for educational videos, and a
fishing museum. Activities include a 1.2 AC fishing pond with a catch and release program for
Catfish & Rainbow Trout, that even includes rods, reels and bait without additional cost.
This is a favorite for the children.  There are also educational programs in the theater, tram rides, a
farm pond to feed the fish, a pond area with aquatic plant guide, an overlook of the hatchery
operation, a wetland trail, plus alligator and reservoir exhibits.  Come see this great attraction
in Henderson County and see why so many people love to call Athens and Henderson
County Home!  To learn more about hours of operation and prices visit this link:
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center at Athens

Athens is famous for their Black Eyed Pea Jamboree in the Fall and their Fiddler's
Reunion in the Spring, but there are many other activities in the area for residents
and visitors.  To learn more about these festivals plus more about the
City of Athens, check out this link:
www.athenstx.org  

While you're visiting, don't forget to visit our United Country,
The Country Connection, Real Estate office. 

We are just a few blocks East of the Square at 415 E. Corsicana (also US175).  If you
fall in love with the area, we can help you find the country home, ranch, lake home, or
acreage that will allow you to enjoy the beauty of Athens and Henderson County,
as a part time or full time resident!  Call our office at 903-675-5606 or after hours
call the Broker, Clark Scarborough, at his office at home: 903-865-8087.
Also visit Van Zandt County, home of Canton's First Monday Trade Days.  For
more information on Canton check out the "Visit Canton" page.

Click Here for a Locator Map that shows Canton & Athens Locations

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