Near Lott in Falls County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Old Settlers and Veterans Association of Falls County
Photographed by James Hulse, February 9, 2026
1. Old Settlers and Veterans Association of Falls County Marker
Inscription.
Old Settlers and Veterans Association of Falls County. . Some 75 years after pioneers opened this region, the "Old Settlers Association of Falls County" was organized on July 4, 1908. In 1909, the Willis L. Lang Camp of Confederate Veterans and the settlers held a joint reunion. Merging later, they chartered the "Old Settlers and Confederate Veterans Association of Falls County" in 1911. Goals were to memorialize deceased comrades, honor the pioneers, and preserve southern history. Signing the charter were John M. Jolly, Edmund Pierson, and J. H. Robertson of Marlin; F. B. Bratton of Kosse; N. R. Watkins and F. O. Porter of Lott. This 17.9-acre permanent reunion ground was acquired in 1912 from the family of J. K. Tomlinson, an 1858 settler from Georgia who, along with a son William, enlisted and died in the Civil War. In 1936, an historic log cabin was relocated here to exhibit pioneer memorabilia. A new charter in 1946 renamed the organization the "Old Settlers and Veterans Association," signifying its opening to the soldiers of later wars. Patriotism, education and historical preservation are still stressed. Falls Countians in state and national life reflect ideals which have been instilled by this association.
Some 75 years after pioneers opened this region, the "Old Settlers Association of Falls County" was organized on July 4, 1908. In 1909, the Willis L. Lang Camp of Confederate Veterans and the settlers held a joint reunion. Merging later, they chartered the "Old Settlers and Confederate Veterans Association of Falls County" in 1911. Goals were to memorialize deceased comrades, honor the pioneers, and preserve southern history. Signing the charter were John M. Jolly, Edmund Pierson, and J. H. Robertson of Marlin; F. B. Bratton of Kosse; N. R. Watkins and F. O. Porter of Lott. This 17.9-acre permanent reunion ground was acquired in 1912 from the family of J. K. Tomlinson, an 1858 settler from Georgia who, along with a son William, enlisted and died in the Civil War. In 1936, an historic log cabin was relocated here to exhibit pioneer memorabilia. A new charter in 1946 renamed the organization the "Old Settlers and Veterans Association," signifying its opening to the soldiers of later wars. Patriotism, education and historical preservation are still stressed. Falls Countians in state and national life reflect ideals which have been instilled by this association.
Erected 1976 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 3809.)
. A significant historical date for this entry is July 4, 1908.
Location. 31° 15.88′ N, 96° 58.792′ W. Marker is near Lott, Texas, in Falls County. It is at the intersection of Farm to Market Road 2027 and County Road 409, on the right when traveling south on Road 2027. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2965 FM2027, Chilton TX 76632, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Prairies & Lakes Region. 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 Republic of Texas, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
2. Old Settlers and Veterans Association of Falls County Marker
The view of the marker in front of the tabernacle and cabin.
Photographed by James Hulse, February 9, 2026
3. Old Settlers and Veterans Association of Falls County Marker
The view of the tabernacle and cabin.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 10, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 61 times since then. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on February 11, 2026, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
