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
Sam Bell Maxey was a Mexican War veteran, former Confederate general, and future U.S. Senator when his family moved into their fashionable, newly built home on the south side of Paris in 1868. In this home, the Maxey family navigated the political and social landscape from Reconstruction Era Texas through the start of the First World War. The home’s newly restored interiors showcase original family furnishings, clothing, and letters. These give insight into the lives of the three generations of the family that bore witness to Reconstruction’s challenging legacy.
Upcoming Events
July 24
Picnic Saturdays
Bring your lunch (and a friend!) each Saturday from May 15 to the end of July for a picnic at the Maxey House!
Enjoy the beautiful outdoors, check out the newly restored and replanted formal garden, get some fresh air, and swing in our...
July 31
Picnic Saturdays
Bring your lunch (and a friend!) each Saturday from May 15 to the end of July for a picnic at the Maxey House!
Enjoy the beautiful outdoors, check out the newly restored and replanted formal garden, get some fresh air, and swing in our...
July 31
Morse Code Crafting
Come learn about the history and use of the Morse Code as you craft your own hidden message bracelet!
All supplies will be provided for this FREE event, we just need YOU.
If you can, let us know you are coming by calling 903-...
From the Blog
By Alysha Richardson, Site Manager, Sam Bell Maxey House State Historic Site
Restoration happens in many shapes and forms, but there is something special about the process of restoring historic gardens to capture their past beauty. To happen accurately, it takes a lot of research to identify the correct plants. As site manager, I get to see firsthand the work it takes to restore a ...
Photo Gallery
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