Interested in fun facts and the history of Crockett, TX?
Then read on!
1. Crockett is the county seat of Houston County, Texas.
2. The population of Crockett is 7,141 as of the 2019 census.
3. The town was named after Davy Crockett, a famous frontiersman and politician.
4. The town is home to the Davy Crockett National Forest and the Houston County Lake.
5. Crockett is home to the annual "Crockett Pecan Festival" which celebrates the local pecan industry.
6. The town is home to several historic sites including the Davy Crockett Memorial Museum and the Houston County Courthouse.
7. The town is also home to several educational institutions including Crockett High School and Trinity Valley Community College.