America's 200,000 Orphans History To Be Retold In Marshall

Ginocchio Hotel, as it appeared in the late 1800's will host special Marshall Presentation

History has numerous little-known stories; and one such tale will be center stage in Marshall, Texas June 26, giving old and young the chance to explore a bit of history they may have never known otherwise. Novelist and humanities scholar Allison Moore, and singer/songwriter Phil Lancaster will present Riders on the Orphan Train, a contemporary, multi-media presentation combining audio visual elements, historical fiction and musical ballads into a collaborative performance geared towards audiences of all ages.

Caddo Lake Paddling Trails

Caddo Lake and Big Cypress Bayou Paddling Trails (near Jefferson, Karnack and Uncertain)

With ten official paddling trails in the region, the Caddo area now has over 50 miles of canoe and kayak trails for visiting paddlers! Follow the trail markers posted along each of the trails to explore the mysterious maze of sloughs, swamps and bayous for which this beautiful region is known.

Benton Lake Paddling Trail (Big Cypress Bayou)
Clear Lake Paddling Trail (Big Cypress Bayou)
Haggerty Creek Paddling Trail (Big Cypress Bayou)
Mill Pond Paddling Trail (Big Cypress Bayou)
Old River II Paddling Trail (Big Cypress Bayou)
Carter's Chute Paddling Trail (Caddo Lake)
Cathedral Paddling Trail (Caddo Lake)
Hell's Half Acre Paddling Trail (Caddo Lake)
Old Folks Playground Paddling Trail (Caddo Lake)
Turtle Shell Paddling Trail (Caddo Lake)

Marshall's Unique Courthouse

As the only known working courthouse in the United States to host a spectacular light and music show, the Historic Harrison County Courthouse continues to shines bright each evening from November 27 through December 31 during Marshall’s Wonderland of Lights Festival. (Watch the first light and music show of 2012)

Marshall TX "Birthplace of Boogie Woogie" TM

Marshall, Texas is called “the Birthplace of Boogie Woogie” because Marshall is at the center of the geographical area where one of the most revolutionary and influential developments in American music took place.  CLICK FOR VIDEO OF MARSHALL MUSIC

Marshall Opens Up The Streets To Host Group Events

Clubs and organizations enjoy holding their events in Marshall, Texas.

In almost every month there will be car shows and late night cruises, music festivals, biker rally, barbeque competitions, and numerous other events utilizing the streets, courthouse square, convention center and facilities of historic Marshall.

Start making your plans today for your group event to be center stage in Marshall this year. Contact the Marshall Convention and Visitors Center today to begin your planning!  Call 903-702-7777 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Click here to see video the Marshall Bike Rally and the fun

Experience Marshall History

This unique East Texas community of 25,000 is a history buff’s delight, with more than 100 historical markers and medallions with several listed in the National Register of Historical Places. Founded in 1841, Marshall, is older than the State of Texas and is laid out on seven hills following the pattern of Rome.