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Marshall, TX

Marshall is a city in the U.S. state of Texas. It is the county seat of Harrison County and a cultural and educational center of the Ark-La-Tex region. At the 2020 U.S. census, the population of Marshall was 23,392; The population of the Greater Marshall area, comprising all of Harrison County, was 65,631 in 2010, and 66,726 in 2018.

Marshall and Harrison County were important political and production areas of the Confederate States of America during the American Civil War. This area of Texas was developed for cotton plantations. Planters brought slaves with them from other regions or bought them in the domestic slave trade. The county had the highest number of slaves in the state, and East Texas had a higher proportion of slaves than other regions of the state. The wealth of the county and city depended on slave labor and the cotton market.

From the late 19th century until the mid-20th century, Marshall developed as a large railroad center of the Texas and Pacific Railway. Following World War II, activists in the city's substantial African-American population worked to create social change through the Civil Rights Movement, with considerable support from the historically black colleges and universities in the area. 

The city is known for holding one of the largest light festivals in the United States, the "Wonderland of Lights". It identifies as the self-proclaimed "Pottery Capital of the World", for its sizable pottery industry. Marshall is referred to by various nicknames: the "Cultural Capital of East Texas", the "Gateway of Texas", the "Athens of Texas", the "City of Seven Flags", and "Center Stage", a branding slogan adopted by the Marshall Convention and Visitors Bureau.

The city of Marshall is roughly 150 miles (240 km) east of Dallas, and 40 miles (64 km) west of Shreveport, Louisiana. Marshall is closer to the capitals of Arkansas (Little Rock, 217 miles (349 km)) and Mississippi (Jackson, 256 miles (412 km)) than it is to the capital of Texas (Austin, 275 miles (443 km)). The intersection of U.S. routes 59 and 59 and the intersection of U.S. 59 and Interstate 20 are located within the city limits of Marshall. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 29.7 square miles (76.8 km2), of which 29.6 square miles (76.6 km2) are land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2), or 0.22%, is covered by water.

The city is bisected along a north-south axis by East End Boulevard (US 59). The eastern half of the city is bisected along an east-west axis by US 80, which east of its intersection with U.S. 59 is called Victory Drive, and west of US 59 is named Grand Avenue. The Harrison County Airport and Airport Baseball Park are located to the south of Victory Drive off of Warren Drive.

To the west of U.S. Route 59, south of Pinecrest Drive, are older suburbs; north of Pinecrest Drive, the oldest portion of the city stretches northward over seven hills. This portion of the city radiates out from downtown, which is centered on the Old Harrison County Courthouse in Peter Whetstone Square. Immediately to the north of the square is the Ginocchio National Historic District, where the city's Amtrak station is located. This region of the city is bisected along an east-west axis by Grand Avenue (U.S. Route 80). Spreading out from downtown is a belt of antebellum and Victorian homes centered on Rusk and Houston streets.

To the west of downtown are some of the oldest African American neighborhoods in Texas, centered on Wiley College. To the north of Grand Avenue (US 80) are neighborhoods that were built largely by employees of the Texas and Pacific Railway. In addition to the Ginocchio National Historic District, this part of the city is home to East Texas Baptist University, and four historic cemeteries: Marshall Cemetery, Powder Mill Cemetery, Greenwood Cemetery, and Marshall Hebrew Cemetery.

In terms of health and wellness, Marshall offers a range of amenities to support its residents. The CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center serves as a cornerstone for healthcare, providing comprehensive medical services. The city is committed to fostering a healthy lifestyle, and facilities like the Marshall City Arena and Marshall Sports and Wellness Center contribute to this goal. Residents can enjoy fitness classes, sports activities, and community events that promote overall well-being. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Marshall, such as the Oak Trails Nature Park and the Bath-Miller Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Marshall, TX are Harrison County Historical Museum, Starr Family Home State Historic Site, and Michelson Museum of Art. 

Population: 24,263 (2024). ZIP codes: 75670-75672. Area codes: 430, 903. Elevation: 318 ft (97 m). Area: 29.66 sq mi (76.81 km2).

FAQs

Why is Marshall, TX famous?

By 1850, Marshall was the fourth largest city in Texas. Marshall played a major role in the Civil War providing munitions and manufactured goods for the Confederacy. Marshall became the Capital of the Confederacy west of the Mississippi River after the fall of Vicksburg. Marshall also served as the site of the Confederate Government in exile for the State of Missouri from 1863 to 1865.

Is Marshall, TX a good place to live?

Marshall offers more than just recreation opportunities. Marshall offers families the ability to find their dream home in a much more affordable fashion while also living in an area focusing on education.  It is the center of education in eastern Texas, with four institutions of higher education within the city limits.

What is the race population in Marshall, TX?

Marshall, TX is home to a population of 22.9k people, of which 93.8% are citizens. As of 2021, 8.54% of Marshall, TX residents were born outside of the country (1.95k people). In 2021, there were 1.06 times more Black or African American (non-Hispanic) residents (8.65k people) in Marshall, TX than any other race or ethnicity. There were 8.17k White (Non-Hispanic) and 2.24k White (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Marshall

CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center 

Marshall City Arena 

Marshall Sports and Wellness Center 

Planet Fitness 

Anytime Fitness

Oak Trails Nature Park 

Bath-Miller Park

Harrison County Historical Museum

Starr Family Home State Historic Site

Michelson Museum of Art 

History

Life in Marshall

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