Near Rusk in Cherokee County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Little Bean's Cherokee Village
Photographed By Brian Anderson, January 19, 2019
1. Little Bean's Cherokee Village Marker
Inscription.
Little Bean's Cherokee Village. . In the winter of 1819-1820 Chief John Bowles led about sixty Cherokee families from Arkansas to East Texas. Near this site a small settlement of about six families was established by a Cherokee leader named Little Bean. They remained until 1839, when the Republic of Texas government forced the tribe to move to Oklahoma. The land later was opened to Anglo settlers. Early owners of the Indian village site were Reza J. Banks and Lewis Rogers. Little Bean, who died in 1839, is thought to be buried in the vicinity of the village.
In the winter of 1819-1820 Chief John Bowles led about sixty Cherokee families from Arkansas to East Texas. Near this site a small settlement of about six families was established by a Cherokee leader named Little Bean. They remained until 1839, when the Republic of Texas government forced the tribe to move to Oklahoma. The land later was opened to Anglo settlers. Early owners of the Indian village site were Reza J. Banks and Lewis Rogers. Little Bean, who died in 1839, is thought to be buried in the vicinity of the village.
Erected 1991 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 6847.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Native Americans • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1820.
Location. 31° 48.869′ N, 95° 13.377′ W. Marker is near Rusk, Texas, in Cherokee County. Marker is on U.S. 84, 0.2 miles west of Farm to Market Road 347, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Rusk TX 75785, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 22, 2019. It was originally submitted on January 22, 2019, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 514 times since then and 50 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on January 22, 2019, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.
