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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Rusk,_TexasRusk, Texas - Wikipedia

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   Rusk is a city in and the county seat of Cherokee County, Texas, United States. [4] At the 2020 United States census, it had a population of 5,285. [5]

2. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g56593THE 5 BEST Things to Do in Rusk (2024) - Must-See Attractions

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   May 16, 2024 · Things to Do in Rusk, Texas: See Tripadvisor's 538 traveler reviews and photos of Rusk tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Rusk. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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4. texasescapes.com › EastTexasTowns › Rusk-TexasRusk, TX history, landmarks, attractions, historic sites, photos.

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   Rusk Texas, Cherokee County seat: history, landmarks, attractions, historic sites, State Railroad, Caddo Mound, vintage & recent photos, people, stories, Sunday drive, nearby towns, hotels and more.

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5. texashighways.com › destination › ruskRusk - Texas Highways

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   Nestled in the heart of the Piney Woods of East Texas is the picturesque town of Rusk. Rusk is rich in history and has something to offer everyone, including hiking, camping, golf, shopping, historical markers, multiple parks, a museum, and community theater. Explore attractions in and around Rusk. Find upcoming events in and around Rusk.

6. www.rusktx.orgCity of Rusk TX – The Heart of East Texas

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   Welcome to the web portal for City Hall – Rusk, Texas. A picturesque town nestled within the heart of the East Texas Piney Woods. Current City of Rusk Postings. Most recent postings and announcements for the City of Rusk as well as links to past postings. October 10, 2024 City Council Agenda Packet.

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7. east-texas.com › rusk-texasRusk Texas travel, attractions, area towns, hotels, history

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   Rusk was created by the Texas legislature on April 11, 1846. It was named after Thomas Jefferson Rusk, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. Nearby communities include Alto, Nacogdoches, Lufkin, Jacksonville, Palestine, Henderson, Bullard, and San Augustine.

8. mapcarta.com › 21794396Rusk Map - Town - Cherokee, Texas, USA - Mapcarta

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   Rusk is a city and the county seat of Cherokee County in the U.S. state of Texas. Rusk has about 5,170 residents. Mapcarta, the open map.

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   What is Rusk Texas known for?

   • Jim Hogg Park and Rusk State Park are in Rusk. The longest footbridge in the nation ( c. 1861) and the longest zip line in Texas are located in Rusk. The Texas State Railroad operates between Rusk and Palestine . The Heritage Center of Cherokee County & Cherokee Civic Theater are located in Rusk.

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   Where is Rusk Texas?

   • Rusk is approximately 160 miles (260 km) north of Houston, 125 miles (201 km) southeast of Dallas, and 40 miles (64 km) south of Tyler . Rusk is underlain by glauconite -rich sediments which, in most parts of town, have weathered to dark reddish brown fine sandy loam topsoil over dark red clay subsoil characteristic of the Nacogdoches soil series.

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   How did Rusk Texas get its name?

   • The town was established by an act of the Texas Legislature on April 11, 1846. It was named after Thomas Jefferson Rusk, signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. By 1850, Rusk reportedly had 355 residents. A post office was authorized on March 8, 1847.

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   What to do in Rusk Texas?

   • Texas State Railroad Popular Rusk attractions include the well known Texas State Railroad, which has a rail station in Rusk and one in Palestine. The railroad has a beautiful park at each end of the excursion route. Texas State Railroad station in Rusk (photo courtesy of the Texas State Railroad)

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   Did Rusk have a railroad?

   • 1870s: When bypassed by the International-Great Northern Railroad, Rusk built its own railroad to Jacksonville - a railroad with wooden rails. 1903: Gov. Thomas M. Campbell helps pass a bill extending the Texas State Railroad from Rusk to Palestine.

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   Does Texas have a prison in Rusk?

   • The Texas Department of State Health Services operates the Rusk State Hospital in Rusk. At that site, the Texas Prison System previously operated the Rusk Penitentiary. Rusk has been home to three former governors, James Stephen Hogg, Thomas M. Campbell, and John B. Kendrick ( Governor of Wyoming ).

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