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Our musical heritage is all around us. Bob Wills of Kosse introduced and made “western swing” famous. Cindy Walker, a prolific songwriter for major artists, was born near Mart and made Mexia her home. Les Baxter, a prominent composer, and director of the 1940s, ’50s and ’60s, was born in Mexia. Blind Lemon Jefferson, born in Freestone County, performed throughout the area and became nationally known. One of his songs was about Groesbeck. Karl Shiflet, a Groesbeck native deeply rooted in bluegrass music blends country, western swing and honky-tonk to create his unique sound. He still calls Groesbeck “home.”

For family fun and entertainment on Memorial Day Weekend, attend the Groesbeck Heritage Festival and visit Limestone County’s Historic Attractions. The fun begins Thursday and Friday nights with carnival rides that run all day Saturday. The Cinch Ranch Sorting National Championships start Friday and conclude on Sunday.

Although the Fort Parker story began in 1836, 35 years before the founding of Groesbeck, no history would be complete without paying homage to our most historical happening and site.