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1. Jefferson Historical Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
© Jefferson Historical Museum

2. The Grove ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

© The Grove

3. Caddo Lake State Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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4. Famous Howe Truss Train Trestle

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5. Museum of Measurement and Time

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Museum of Measurement and Time

6. Historic Jefferson Ghost Walk

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Historic Jefferson Ghost Walk

7. Lake O’ The Pines

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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8. Jefferson General Store

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9. Scarlett O'Hardy's Gone With the Wind Museum

Category: Museums & Culture for Couples
© Scarlett O'Hardy's Gone With the Wind Museum

10. Singleton's Virginia Cross Home

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11. Excelsior House Hotel

Category: Unique Accommodations
© Excelsior House Hotel

12. The House of the Seasons

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

Jefferson is the county seat of Marion County, TX, located in the northeast corner of the state. It has a population of just over 2,000 people and is a historic city filled with antebellum mansions and haunted houses. Located on the Big Cypress Bayou, the town boasts a vivid presence in Texas history. Visitors from all around the world come to enjoy the town.

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