Floydada in Floyd County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Floydada, Texas
1909 to 2009
Photographed by Bill Kirchner, June 7, 2017
1. Floydada, Texas Marker
In 1890 Floyd City was founded by J.K. Gwynn and M.C. Williams on land donated by James B. and Caroline V. Price of Missouri.
The county seat was awarded to Floyd City during the election held May 28, 1890.
However, a post office named Floyd in Hunt County prevented the designation of Floyd City, thus changing the name to Floydada.
The town grew quickly as homes were built and businesses established.
The Santa Fe Railroad arrived in town in 1910 followed by the Quanah, Acme and Pacific Railroads in 1928.
Ranching and agriculture has sustained the town throughout the years.
School and churches also have provided strength and stability to the citizens of Floydada.
The City of Floydada was officially incorporated in October 1909 following the September elections. There were 58 of 75 votes 'for' the incorporation. The population was approximately 500.
Today, Floydada continues to provide a central point for agriculture and authentic country living.
Erected 2009 by City of Floydada.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Industry & Commerce • Railroads & Streetcars • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical date for this entry is May 28, 1890.
Location.
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Regionally, this marker is on Texas’ South Plains. It is also on the American Great Plains and specifically on the Southern Plains. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Comancherνa, the Republic of Texas, and one of the Confederate States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Zimmerman House (approx. 0.2 miles away); First Methodist Church of Floydada (approx. 0.3 miles away); First Baptist Church of Floydada (approx. 0.4 miles away); Floydada Lodge No. 712, A. F. & A. M. (approx. 0.4 miles away); Floydada Chapter No. 31, Order of the Eastern Star (approx. 0.4 miles away); Commercial Hotel (approx. half a mile away); First National Bank of Floydada (approx. half a mile away); Organization of Floyd County (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Floydada.
Photographed by Bill Kirchner, June 7, 2017
2. Floydada, Texas Marker
Photographed by Bill Kirchner, June 7, 2017
3. Floydada, Texas Marker
Marker is at the far left in photo.
Credits. This page was last revised on November 30, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 22, 2017, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,024 times since then and 85 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 22, 2017, by Bill Kirchner of Tucson, Arizona.
