Restored in 2001, the Dewberry Plantation is on the National Register of Historic Places. Tours at this plantation aim to give visitors a complete analysis of the architectural styles used in the creation of this 1854 mansion as well as an accurate account of how the life of Colonel John Dewberry affected eastern Texas. Guests will hear detailed information regarding the importance of this historical site as a campground for officers of the Army Republic of Texas. Tours are given seven days a week and must be scheduled by phone beforehand. Admission is based on set donation rates; discounts are given to groups of 10 or more.
Dewberry Plantation
14007 FM 346 W
Bullard, TX 75757
(903) 825-9000
dewberryplantation.com
Egypt Plantation is located on the Atacosita Trail, which is near the Colorado River. The area was named "Egypt" because of its biblical association with plentiful corn and sugar cane. The original plantation house was built in 1849 and is currently owned by the descendants of Andrew Northington, who was one of the town's original settlers. The former slaves of this property became sharecroppers and began operating their own schools, business, and churches. Tours of this historical plantation are given to individuals, groups or for special events. The Egypt Plantation is also home to the annual Living History Festival.
Egypt Plantation Tours
P.O. Box 277
Egypt, TX 77436
(979) 677-3562
egypttexas.org
The Roseland Plantation is easily accessible from Dallas and other cities in eastern Texas. Voted "Best Place to Wed" by the Longview New-Journal in 2008, this property is also a bed and breakfast. Just six miles west of Tyler, the Roseland Plantation serves traditional tea every afternoon. The guided tour involves walking less than 100 yards around the grounds to the five buildings on the property that were erected in the 1850s, including a slave cabin, ballroom and the Hambrick Chapel.
Roseland Plantation
2601 State Highway 64
Ben Wheeler, TX 75754
(903) 849-5553
roselandplantation.com
