Historic Montgomery, TX

06/13/2026

This large, well kept building is located at the intersection of Hwy 105 & McCown Street and was likely built sometime around 1920. The Schoolhouse was in use as the Dobbin Elementary School for Black students in Dobbin until it was closed 1965. It was moved to downtown in 1995 (and had to be cut in half to get it here!).

06/12/2026

☀️ Beat the Heat this summer! ☀️

Thanks to Entergy’s Beat the Heat program, we have free box fans available for our community at City Hall! 💙

If you or someone you know could use a little extra help staying cool, stop by and pick up a fan while supplies last. A small act of kindness can make a big difference during these hot Texas days. 🌡️

Beat the Heat with Entergy!

Thanks to Entergy’s Beat the Heat program, 125 box fans have been delivered to help our community stay cool during these hot Texas days.

Residents are invited to stop by City Hall to pick up a fan while supplies last. It’s first come, first served, so don’t wait!

Want to learn more about Entergy’s Beat the Heat program and how it helps customers stay cool and save money this summer? Visit: https://www.entergy.com/news/entergy-donates-3m-to-help-customers-beat-the-heat-and-save-money-this-summer

A big thank you to Entergy Texas for helping keep our community safe and comfortable this summer.

06/12/2026

🌟 Visit Historic Montgomery, Texas! 🌟
Come and explore the charm of Historic Montgomery, Texas! Take a leisurely stroll through our quaint commercial and residential areas and immerse yourself in the rich history showcased by our beautiful buildings. Discover Montgomery's unique slice of Texas history and enjoy the small-town atmosphere.

🗺️ Plan your visit today and experience the past in the heart of Texas!

06/12/2026

Another not-native-to- building is this brick treasure on John A. Butler St. This building was formerly in use in Richards, TX as a barbershop where Barber Morris cut hair and gave shaves while other men gossiped and whittled. The building was moved to Montgomery - fabulous porches and all.

06/11/2026

🌳 Extended Hours to Enjoy Your City Parks! 🌳

Great news! All City parks are now open daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, giving residents and visitors even more time to walk, play, exercise, relax, and enjoy the outdoors.

Whether you're starting your day with a morning stroll, spending the afternoon with family, or enjoying an evening at the park, our parks are ready to welcome you.

🏛️ Fernland Historical Park Visitors:
Please note that while park hours have expanded, docent-guided tour hours remain unchanged:

📅 Tuesday – Saturday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📅 Sunday: Noon – 4:00 PM
📅 Monday: Closed

We look forward to seeing you out in our parks and enjoying all that our community has to offer! 🌞🌿

06/11/2026

The Gundy House is located on the corner of Caroline & Prairie Streets in downtown . It has seen a steady procession of businesses throughout the years and seems like a Montgomery native. But this home was built in 1918 by Louis Gundy near Keenan and moved to Montgomery in 1955

06/11/2026

Many of the buildings at Fernland Historical Park were acquired by Carroll and Mae Tharp. Mr. & Mrs. Tharp spent 20 years painstakingly relocating and restoring these buildings. Mr. Tharp, a trained preservation architect and a former National Trust for Historic Preservation board member, took great care to ensure the authenticity of their restoration.

In 1991, the Tharps donated the buildings and their original location to Sam Houston State University. Due to the remote location of the buildings, it was decided that these buildings should be moved to a more visitor-friendly site. A site that would allow easier access for the public to enjoy and view. Hence, through a joint effort between Fernland Inc., The City of Montgomery, and Sam Houston State University, a new location was established within the downtown area of the City of Montgomery.

In addition to the above buildings, the Arnold-Simonton House, the oldest home in Montgomery, Texas was moved to Fernland in 2011. This home is on The National Historic Registry of Homes in America.

In 2013, The City of Montgomery took over the management of Fernland, and it became one of four city parks within Montgomery, Texas. The city opened the park six days a week and hired docents who work for the City of Montgomery, TX.

06/10/2026

The City of Montgomery is committed to keeping residents informed about road closures, emergency events, and other important updates.
To enhance communication with our community, the City has implemented Nixle, a free public notification service designed for local governments. Nixle enables the rapid distribution of timely alerts and information, ensuring residents receive accurate updates during critical events.

Residents are encouraged to sign up for Nixle alerts by visiting https://www.montgomerytexas.gov/police/webform/sign-notifications-alerts.

06/10/2026

Visit parks with your friends and family!
For more information about the City of Montgomery parks, visit our website.
https://www.montgomerytexas.gov/.../www.../parks.html.

06/09/2026

Cedar Brake Park is a 5-acre park located in the heart of Montgomery. With opportunities for play, exercise, and leisure Cedar Brake Park offers opportunities for all ages and abilities. The park is named after the stand of century-old cedar trees on the park grounds.

For more information about the park and its founding, please check out our tourism website at https://www.visitmontgomerytexas.com/cedarbrake.html

The large pavilion at Cedar Brake Park may be reserved for your private event, please call 936-597-6434.