Barrett in Harris County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Harrison Barrett
(ca. 1845-1917)
Following the emancipation of Texas slaves in 1865, Harrison Barrett spent several years gathering his family together. He eventually found all except one sister, and they settled on land east of the San Jacinto River. He purchased this land in 1889 and began a community which would later be known as Barrett's Settlement.
Beginning with seven houses, the community grew to include additional homes, farms, and businesses. Considered the leader of the community, Barrett established a school, church, and cemetery. After a post office substation was opened here in 1947, the area became known as Barrett Station.
Married to the former Annie Jones soon after his emancipation, Barrett was the father of twelve children. His homestead, twice rebuilt by descendants, still stands on its original location. Harrison and Annie Barrett, along with four other family members, are interred in the nearby family cemetery, named Journey's End by descendants in 1985.
Erected 1988 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 10605.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1889.
Location. 29° 52.584′ N, 95° 4.287′ W. Marker is in Barrett, Texas, in Harris County. Marker is on Beaumont Highway (U.S. 90 Frontage Road), on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 421 US-90, Crosby TX 77532, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 8 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Humphrey Jackson (approx. half a mile away); White Cemetery (approx. 1.6 miles away); Humphrey and Sarah Merriman Jackson (approx. 2.2 miles away); Sampson Masonic Lodge No. 231 A. F. & A. M. (approx. 4.4 miles away); Lynch's Ferry (approx. 6.1 miles away); Oakland (approx. 6.2 miles away); Hannah Este Burnet (approx. 7˝ miles away); Lynchburg Cemetery (approx. 7˝ miles away).
Also see . . . Barrett, TX - The Handbook of Texas Online. Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) (Submitted on March 16, 2021, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 16, 2021, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 651 times since then and 65 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on March 19, 2021, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.