Northeast Texas Rural Heritage Center and Museum in Pittsburg, Texas


The old Depot building dates from 1901, when the railroads were transforming life in rural America. It was the social and economic center of the community. As many as eight passenger trains each day came through Pittsburg on its two railroads. The Railway Express agency and Western Union both operated out of this building. Five major exhibit areas feature the first 10,000 years of settlement in Northeast Texas, from the Archeology exhibit of Indian artifacts to our Famous Northeast Texas People, and the live, working recreation of the Depot's telegraph station. The former freight warehouse now features an exhibit of our rich rural heritage. The region's agricultural industries of farming, ranching, timber, and poultry production are represented in exciting displays. Exhibits of antique autos, tractors, boat motors, farm implements and more complete this building. An 1890's steam engine, and a 1925 restored American LaFrance fire truck are featured in the Annex along with exhibits on Women, Commerce, Industry, and Communications. Address: 204 W. Marshall (903) 856-0463