Welcome to Limestone County Agrilife Extension

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Limestone County is rich with history and has many historical sites to visit. Limestone County was created by the Texas Legislature in 1846, the first year of statehood. Springfield, which was established on

Limestone County Courthouse, Groesbeck Texas

the banks of the Navasota River in 1838, halfway between the present cities of Groesbeck and Mexia, was named the county seat by the legislature. However, in 1873 an election was held in Limestone County and the permanent location of the county seat was moved to Groesbeck. With its location in Central Texas, there is easy access to Austin, Dallas, Houston and Waco.

Recreation in Limestone County includes Lake Limestone and Fort Parker State Park, which is a paradise for fishermen, bird watchers, hikers, and campers. In 1993 Historic Fort Parker was contracted by Groesbeck and the Texas Department of Wildlife for upkeep along with contributions from Mexia and Limestone County, and has become a tourist attraction with events such as “Christmas at the Fort”. Limestone County also has the Confederate Reunion Ground which has a lot of history. While there you can have a picnic, walk the trails, or play on the playground.

Historic Fort Parker

Our children are the future and Limestone County has 3 school districts that cater to our youth: Coolidge, Groesbeck and Mexia Independent School Districts. The counties two largest cities are Mexia and Groesbeck. These two cities along with smaller communities derive their main income from a mix of agriculture, small industry and other commercial opportunities. Check out Limestone County Historic Museum for more interesting information about Limestone County. It’s a great place to live!

Ft. Parker State Park

Mission Of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

To improve the lives of people, businesses, and communities across Texas and beyond through high quality, relevant education.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service strives to serve all of the communities and residents of this county. Through field based educators, AgriLife Extension provides unbiased, research-based information, educational programs, and technical assistance in the following core service areas: