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
October 7
Maxey House Art Day
On October 7th, the public is invited to the Maxey House for a day of art. Visitors can spend time inside the house sketching, drawing, or photographing their favorite artifact or room, as well as artifacts that will be brought out from storage...
October 10
Late Nite with Livingston
Join Livingston the Lion at the Maxey House on the second Tuesday of each month for a themed story and crafts! Cost is $2.00 per child.
Visit www.visitsbmh.com for more information.
October 15
Maxey House Book Club
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 October 15th, we will be reading and discussing The Strange Case of Dr....
