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All of the following Jefferson activities, times and dates are subject to change without notice. Please call the contact number to confirm.

Activities & Tours
  • Balloon Adventures USA: (903) 758-4841. Longview, TX 75601. Ballooning... a chance encounter with tranquility, color and grace. Come, be amazed.

  • Bird Banding at Caddo Lake: Tom Walker: 903-665-8279

  • Caddo Outback Backwater Tours: Karnack TX 75661, 903-789-3384 or 903-679-9138. Personalized scenic tours, photo tours, nature tours, gator tours and romantic tours. Day-twilight-night.

  • Caddo Guide Service 168 N. Mossy Brake, Uncertain/Karnack, TX. 903-789-3268 Tours, fishing guide, duck hunting.

  • Caddo Lake Steamboat Company: 328 Bois D'Arc Lane Uncertain, TX 75661- 903-789-3978, 888-325-5459 . Steamboat Tours.

  • Carriage Tours: 124 W. Austin St. 903-846-2165. Located in front of the Jefferson Hotel. Narrated carriage tour of historic Jefferson. Tours Fri - Sun.

  • Crazy D Nature Trail & Petting Farm: 903-665-9090,
    854 Dreesen Road U. S. Hwy. 59.

  • H & D Deer Farm Tours: 359 PR 5730 Jefferson, TX. 903-665-9625. A New East Texas Tour- Featuring Wild & Exotic Animals & Birds From Around The World.

  • Historic Jefferson Railway: 400 E. Austin St., 903-665-6400 Ride an 1870's reproduction of the "Robert E. Lee" Engine #7 along the Big Cypress Bayou. You can view a Confederate Powder Magazine along the seven-mile tour as well as the historical ruins of the Clark and Boice Sawmill and the first iron foundry in East Texas.

  • Historic Oakwood Cemetery: E. Webster and N. Main Street. The tomb of Diamond Bessie 1877, "The Trial of the 19th Century".

  • Horseback Riding: 903-938-8019 Visit Las Brisas Ranch and take a guided pack trip through the forests of Northeast Texas. They have trails for novice riders and more experienced riders. Real cowboy adventures await the hardy souls who saddle up with their team of lifetime Westerners. Cowboy cooking at its best served from a real chuck wagon that accompanies longer trail rides. Las Brisas also offers half day and horse drawn hay rides.

  • Jefferson Historical Museum: 223 Austin Street Jefferson, Texas 75657. Four floors of articles, documents and antiques from bygone era. Mementos of pioneer days, early steamboat commerce, ante-bellum society. Paintings and sculpture from D. D. Feldman collection. Old Federal Building, 903-665-2775.

  • Jefferson Carnegie Library: 301 W. Lafayette St. 903-665-8911. Built in 1907, one of few such libraries still serving its original purpose.

  • Jefferson Carriage Co. 903-399-8882 - 224 Austin St. Located across the street from the Jefferson Museum. Enjoy sights, fun, and romance as we take you through the heart of historic Jefferson, Texas on a horse-drawn carriage. Hear about the areas unique history. Travel along the Big Cypress Bayou on horseback. Enjoy six miles of beautiful rustic trails. Tours: Thursday – Sunday. Other times by appointment.

  • Jefferson Historic Ghost Walk: Saturdays evenings, or by appointment. Go on an eerie walk through the historic district of Jefferson and visit known haunted sights, and hear the stories of their hauntings. Jodi Breckenridge. 903-665-6289, 903-445-6460

  • Jay Gould Private Rail Car: 1861, 210 W. Austin St. 903-665-2513, The "Atalanta" has a luxurious interior with four staterooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen butler's pantry and bathroom. Ironically, the car is within a stone's throw of the Excelsior Hotel, in whose register Gould wrote "The end of Jefferson". Tours from the Excelsior House, 9:00, 12:00, 2:30 and 4:30. $1.00 Adults, Children 50˘.

  • Living Room Theater: 112 Vale St. 903-665-2310. Built in 1869. One woman repertory theater. Shows each Saturday 8:00 PM year round or by appointment.

  • Opera House Theater Players: 903-665-2310. Various productions and venues throughout the year.

  • Rusty Rail Golf Course: 903-665-7245. Rated in Top 25 Nine-Hole Courses in Texas by "The Dallas Morning News". Pro shop, carts, gloves, balls and clubs for rent. 6 miles north of Jefferson on Hwy 59 to E. Prospect Road, 1 mile on right.

  • Turning Basin Bayou Tours - 1001 Bayou St. 903-665-2222. Located across the Polk St. Bridge from downtown. One hour narrated tour of Texas' largest inland port. April through October at 10:00, 12:00, 2:00 & 4:00 seven days a week. (weather permitting). March, November and the first half of December, 12:00 & 2:00. Adults - $6.50 Children - 12 and under - $4.00, including tax.

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Tour Homes

Several homes are available for tour throughout the year. The 19th century homes offer a look back at Texas history.

  • Freeman Plantation: 1850, Go West on Hwy. 49 one mile from the intersection of Hwy 49 and Hwy 59. 903-665-2320, the graceful Greek revival structure embodies the building style that distinguished so many Louisiana plantation homes. Giant magnolias and period furnishings complement the house, which has been cited by the Historic American Buildings Committee of the Department of the Interior. Tours by appointment.

  • The Grove: 405 Moseley Jefferson, TX. 903-665-8018. Guided Tour through one of the historical - and haunted - homes from Jefferson’s past... Join us for an hour-long excursion into the historic old home that has been called "the most haunted house in Jefferson". Usual Tour Times (but please call to confirm): Saturdays 2:00 PM, Sundays 11:00 AM. Admission: $6.00. No children under 8 years of age, please.

  • Jay Gould Private Rail Car: 1861, 210 W. Austin St. 903-665-2513. The "Atalanta" has luxurious interior with four staterooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen butler's pantry and bathroom. Ironically, the car is within a stone's throw of the Excelsior Hotel, in whose register Gould wrote "The end of Jefferson”. Tours from the Excelsior House, 9:00, 12:00, 2:30 and 4:30. $1.00 Adults, Children 50˘.

  • Singletons Virginia Cross: 401 N. Soda St., Jefferson, TX, 903-665-3938. Built in 1859, a Greek Revival home located in the older portion of Jefferson, close to the Jefferson Historic District, and an easy walk from downtown. Tours are conducted on selected Saturdays at 1:00 pm. Admission: $7.00.

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Art Galleries & Photographers

Local artisans display their creations. Some art available in Jefferson is available nowhere else in the world

  • Imhof Art Gallery: (903) 665-3779. 116 Polk Jefferson, TX. Local artisans display their creations. Some art techniques available in Jefferson are available nowhere else in the world.

  • Miller Photography: 903-935-1400

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Shopping - Antiques & Collectibles

Antique Stores, Art Galleries, Clothing Stores, Specialty Shops, Unique Gift Shops, and more. Shop, without the mall traffic or crowds, and get that hard-to-find item.

  • Antiques and More: 903-665-8481 Maverick Awards and Gifts 8475 St. Hwy. 43 N, Karnack, TX - 903-938-0391

  • Der Baskit Kase Village: 215 N. Polk, Jefferson, Texas - Don & Ann Antiques, Books, Musical Instruments and Monogramming 903-665-7996

  • Gold Leaf Antique Store: 207 N. Polk Jefferson, Texas - 903-665-2882

  • Good Pickins: 220 Polk St., Jefferson, Texas - Antiques & Auctioneers 903-665-3003

  • Granny Had It: 114 N. Polk St., Jefferson, Texas - Antiques & Estate Sales 903-665-3148

  • Haley’s Antiques: 409 S. Polk St. Jefferson, Texas - 903-665-8563 Antique Clocks and repairs and Much More!

  • Jefferson General Store and Old Fashion Soda Fountain: 113 E. Austin St. Jefferson, TX - 903-665-8481

  • Jefferson Arts: 607 E. Broadway, Jefferson, TX - 903-665-3174 Antique Art and Prints, custom framing and more

  • Jefferson Bottling Works: 203 N. Polk St., Jefferson, TX - 903-665-3736 Antique Glass & More

  • Liz-Beth's Antiques: 216 W. Austin St. Jefferson, TX - 903-665-8781

  • Mama and Me Antiques & Gifts: 122 S. Polk St., Jefferson, TX - 903-665-3933

  • Mason Dixon Line: 116 W. Lafayette, Jefferson, TX - 903-665-1859

  • Myers Antiques: 129 N. Walnut St. Jefferson, Texas - 903-665-2762

  • Old Mill Antiques: 210 E. Austin St. Jefferson, TX - 903-665-8601. Antique Mall

  • The Old Store: 123 Walnut St., Jefferson, TX - 903-665-3562

  • Polk St. Antiques: 226 N. Polk St., Jefferson, TX - 903-665-7787

  • River City Mercantile: 111 W. Austin St. Jefferson, TX - 903-665-8270

  • Sweet Memories: 202 St. John St. Jefferson, TX - Antiques, Gifts & Estate Sales 903-665-3533

  • Texas Treasures & Gift Shoppe: 214 N. Polk St. Jefferson, Texas - 903-665-3757

  • The Old Store Antiques and Fudge Store: 123 Walnut Street Jefferson, Texas - Antiques/Collectibles/Fudge/Chocolates/Gifts 903-665-3562

  • Three River Antiques: 116 Walnut St., Jefferson, Texas - 903-665-9810

  • Wall To Wall Treasures: 118 N. Polk St. Jefferson, Texas - 903-665-9810

  • Walnut Street Market: 121 S. Walnut St., Jefferson, Texas - Antiques, Architectural 903-665-8864

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Shopping - Gift Shops & Retail
  • Amazing Grace Gift Shop: 123 Polk Street Jefferson, Texas - Gifts, Ladies Apparel, Fabric and Floral Arrangements 903-665-7756

  • Beauty and the Book: Polk St. Jefferson, Texas - 903-665-7520

  • Blessings: 119 Polk St., Jefferson, TX - Christian gifts, books & collectibles 903-665-3895

  • City Drug: 109 W. Lafayette St. Jefferson, Texas - Pharmacy, Gifts, Luncheonette 903-665-2521

  • Fred's Books on the Bayou: W. Austin St., Jefferson, Texas - Books and Collectables 903-665-9549

  • Flowers and Things: 114 W. Lafayette St. - Flower/Gift Shop 903-665-8821

  • Footsteps: 116 N. Vale St. Jefferson, TX - Foot care products and shoes 903-665-FEET (3338)

  • The Fudge Store: 123 Walnut Street Jefferson, Texas - Antiques/Collectibles/Fudge 903-665-3562 800-227-1030

  • Jefferson General Store and Old Fashion Soda Fountain: 113 E. Austin St. Jefferson, TX - 903-665-8481

  • Jefferson Images: 108 E. Lafayette St. Jefferson, Texas - 903-665-1128 Gifts, Framing, Pottery, & Blackburn Syrup and Jams

  • Jefferson Flower & Gift Shop: 605 E. Broadway, Jefferson, Texas - 903-665-2244

  • Mimi's of Jefferson: 120 N. Vale St. Jefferson, Texas - Ladies Sizes 0 to 3X and Juniors X-Small to X-Large 903-665-1700

  • Pat Ann's: 106 N. Walnut Jefferson, TX - Gifts, Lace, Collectibles 903-665-9135

  • Rives Landing Kitchen Store: 120 N. Polk Street, Jefferson, Texas - Cooking Shop/Retail Culinary 903-665-3704

  • Steel Magnolia Floral & Gifts: 108 N. Walnut Street, Jefferson, Texas - Floral/ Gift Shop 903-665-3700

  • Texas Treasures & Gift Shoppe: 214 N. Polk St. Jefferson, Texas - Handmade Quilts, Antique Glassware, Estate Collectibles, Souvenirs 903-665-3757

  • Tootsie's Hand Carved Candles and Christmas Store: 115 E. Austin St., Jefferson, Texas - 903-665-8206

  • Victoriana Quilts & Gifts: 211 N. Polk St. Jefferson, Texas - Quilts and Gifts 903-665-6144

  • Yesteryear Nick Nacks: Corner of Polk and Austin Jefferson, Texas Gifts, Lace, Collectables, Dolls 903-665-8692

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Parks

  • Caddo Lake State Park: 480 acres beside Caddo Lake; an area once occupied by Caddo Indians, a tribe quite advanced in civilization. Camping areas, trailer sites, cabins, fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, nature trails and interpretive center. West of town on F.M. 2198 on Caddo Lake.

  • Lions Park: Jefferson St. & Line St - Picnic in the gazebo or picnic tables. There's also a playground area with slides, monkey bars, swings and more. Also home of "The Enchanted Forest", a Christmas Tree display.

  • Otstott Park: Downtown Jefferson square great place for a picnic in the gazebo.

  • Thomas Jefferson Park: Austin St., between Polk & Vale Street

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After Dark
  • Auntie Skinner's Riverboat Club: 107 W. Austin - Food, Nightclub & Private Bar. 903-665-7121

  • Alligator Tours: Takes you to Big Lake area plus the swamps and backwaters. Narrated tours 1.5 to 2 hours. Call for appointment. (903) 789-3384

  • Music City Texas Theater: 108 Legion St., Linden TX . Quality entertainment, ranging from nationally known artists to regional and local entertainers from all genres of music. 903-756-9934

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Real Estate

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Restaurants

  • Applebee's Restaurant: Marshall, 903-938-8180

  • Auntie Skinner's Riverboat Club: 903-665-7121
    Food, Nightclub & Private bar

  • The Bakery: 903-665-2253
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Bayou Landing: 903-789-3394
    Waterfront Restaurant

  • Big Cypress Internet Cafe: 903-665-6655
    Cappuccino, espresso, gourmet coffees by the pound and more

  • Big Pines Lodge: 903-679-3466
    Waterfront Restaurant

  • Bull Durham Playhouse & Coffee Bar: 903-665-6481
    Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Theater

  • Bull Dog Pizza ETC: 903-665-9499

  • Chili's Restaurant: 903-935-0022

  • Don Juan's Mexican Restaurant: 903-665-6407

  • Five "D" Cattle Company & Meat Market: 903-562-1291

  • Steak House & Meat Market: 903-562-1291

  • Jefferson's House of Pies: 903-665-0505
    Crawfish pies, Cajun Meat Pies, Homemade chicken and dumplings and pot pies

  • Jefferson Old Fashion Hamburger Store: 903-665-3251

  • Joseph's River Port Barbeque: 903-665-2341

  • Lamache's Italian Restaurant: 903-665-6177

  • Liceas Mexican Restaurant: 903-665-8363

  • Stillwater Inn Restaurant: 903-665-8415
    Menu selections include grilled seafood and steak, veal specials and roasted rack of lamb.

For more info visit Marion County Chamber of Commerce

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