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City
of Jefferson Tourism Development
102 N. Polk
Jefferson, TX 75657
903-665-3733 • Fax: 903-665-3733
email
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back in time in Jefferson, Texas. Situated
on Big Cypress Bayou, between Lake O the Pines
and Caddo Lake, Jefferson was an early center
of Texas commerce and has been described as
the Riverport To The Southwest. At one time
the city could boast being the second largest
port in Texas, with only Galveston handling
more ships.
Building
on its history, Jefferson offers a full days
schedule of things to do and see. Tour historic
homes, the famous Excelsior House Hotel, Jay
Goulds private railroad car, and two local
history museums. Take a boat ride on Cypress
Bayou or take a tour in a horse-drawn romantic
carriage.
Shop
more than 45 antique and gift shops for a
special treasure. A wide variety of antiques
is offered, along with gift and craft items
of all shapes and sizes. Also available are
golfing, fishing and hunting.
Dine
in Jefferson at one of the many cafes and
restaurants with a wide variety of foods ranging
from casual to fine dining. Enjoy the best
in Italian, Continental or TexMex. After a
delightful meal, enjoy live music downtown,
and then relax for the evening at one of Jeffersons
historic hotels or lovely bed and breakfasts.
For
an information packet, call the Marion County
Chamber of Commerce 888-GO RELAX or 903-665-2672 |
| Annual Quilt Show “Quilts on the Bayou” |
January 25-27 |
| What: |
Quilts, Quilting supplies, Unusual Designs, Lecturers, Trunk shows, door Prizes and much more |
| Where: |
Jeffersonian Institute 120 E. Austin. |
| Admission: |
$5 Adults; $4 Sr. Citizens & children ages 6-12; 3-Day Event Pass - $9 |
| Contact: |
Mary Keasler (903) 665-7311 or (903) 665-3385, www.jeffersonquiltshow.com • email: info@jeffersonquiltshow.com |
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| Mardi Gras Upriver |
February 1-3 |
| What: |
3 days of Fun, Frolic and Frivolity. Three parades, live music, street dances, carnival, arts & crafts, food vendors. |
| Where: |
Downtown. |
| Admission: |
Free |
| Contact: |
Richards Penner, (903) 665-8546 or (903) 445-3966 www.mardigrasupriver.com |
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| 61st Pilgrimage Tour of Homes & Spring Festival |
May 2-4 |
| What: |
Tour four of Jefferson’s most beautiful and historic homes reminiscent of an era long ago, but not forgotten. Comedy/Melodrama, Twilight Garden Stroll, Parade, Civil War Re-enactment, Fine Art Exhibit & Sale. |
| Where: |
Downtown |
| Admission: |
$15 Adults; $3 Children under 12; $20 Comedy/Melodrama |
| Contact: |
Excelsior House Hotel (903) 665-2513 or www.theexcelsiorhouse.com |
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| Battle of Port Jefferson Civil War Re-enactment |
May 2-4 |
| What: |
The War Between the States is waged as men dressed in clothing from the 19th century clothing shoot cannons, firearms and ride horseback with bugles blowing and swords flashing. |
| Where: |
Tuscumbia Ranch, Hwy 134 approximately 4 miles east of Jefferson. Skirmish held along the brick streets of downtown Jefferson. |
| Admission: |
$5 Adults; $3 Children under 12 |
| Contact: |
Marion County Chamber of Commerce (903) 665-2672 website: www.jefferson-texas.com |
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| Jefferson Salutes America 4th of July Celebration |
July 4 |
| What: |
Enjoy a slice of Norman Rockwell as Jefferson pays tribute to America's founding fathers. Live concert band, Cake & Pie Auction, homemade ice cream contest, decorated bike and tricycle parade and a "Fireworks Fantazmagoria" fired over Jefferson's historic Big Cypress Bayou. |
| Where: |
Ostott Gazebo |
| Admission: |
Free |
| Contact: |
Marion County Chamber of Commerce, (903) 665-2672 or www.jefferson-texas.com |
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| 26th Annual Christmas Candlelight Tour of Homes |
December 4-6 & 11-13 |
| What: |
Tour four beautiful homes richly adorned in natural cedar, pine and fir. Interiors glow from the soft radiance of candles. Choirs and hand-bells, carriage rides, Rail of Lights Christmas Train, Enchanted Forest and Castle, Plays and more! |
| Where: |
Jefferson |
| Admission: |
$15 Adults (Home Tours) $2 Children under 10 |
| Contact: |
Historic Jefferson Foundation (903) 665-7064 or www.historicjeffersonfoundation.com |
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