Athens in Henderson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Richard Columbus Fisher
(May 20, 1888 - Sept. 4, 1932)
Erected 1984 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 10359.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Cemeteries & Burial Sites. A significant historical year for this entry is 1913.
Location. 32° 12.891′ N, 95° 51.115′ W. Marker is in Athens, Texas, in Henderson County. Marker is at the intersection of Edmonson Ave and North Needmore Street on Edmonson Ave. The marker is located in the center area of the North Athens Cemetery. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 493 Edmonson Ave, Athens TX 75751, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Site of Blackshear/Fisher School (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Mt. Providence Baptist Church (about 600 feet away); 1925 Henderson County Jail (approx. 0.6 miles away); Jess Sweeten (approx. 0.6 miles away); Faulk-Gauntt Building (approx. 0.6 miles away); First United Presbyterian Church of Athens (approx. 0.7 miles away); J.W. Brownlow (approx. 0.7 miles away); Courts Under the Oaks (approx. 0.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Athens.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 24, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 23, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 95 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 24, 2024, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.