812 South Church St.
Paris, TX 75460
GPS: N33° 39' 13.8" W95° 33' 16.7"
903-785-5716
sam-bell-maxey@thc.texas.gov
Built in the High Victorian Italianate style in 1868, the two-story Sam Bell Maxey House State Historic Site in Paris, Texas was the family residence of Sam Bell Maxey, a Mexican War veteran, Confederate general, and two-term U.S. senator. Maxey and his wife Marilda raised their family and hosted many distinguished guests in this home, which was commonly regarded as a town social center.
Upcoming Events
August 14
Late Nite with Livingston
Join Livingston the Lion at the Maxey House for his Late Nite with Livingston series! Children and families are invited to join Livingston at the site on the second Tuesday of each month for a story and crafts based on a different theme each...
August 19
Maxey House Book Club: The Mysterious Affair at Styles
Join us as we continue the Maxey House Book Club! Every month, we will get together and discuss a different book. We will meet in person in the Maxey House at 3 p.m. On August 19th, we will be reading and discussing The Mysterious Affair at...
September 11
Late Night with Livingston
Join Livingston the Lion at the Maxey House for his Late Night with Livingston series! Children and families are invited to join Livingston at the site on the second Tuesday of each month for a story and crafts based on a different theme each...
