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Sabine County Courthouse Located in the
county seat of Hemphill. The Courthouse was completed around 1910 and is one of East Texas' best-known landmarks. It has been restored and the old curved original steps on the North side have been
rebuilt. A new addition is the seal in the tile on the second floor. It has special significance for both Sabine County and Texas history.
Sabine County Jail Museum Located on the
Courthouse Square in Hemphill. The jail was built in 1904 and was used as Sabine County Jail until 1982. This is one of two jails in Texas that had a hanging rope. It is now known as Sabine County Jail
Museum and Vergie Speights Memorial Library. The jail is rich in history, rare books for viewing and many interesting exhibits. You can view the rope used in one of the hangings and the trap door. The
museum is open Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sabine County Cemeteries Sabine County has many old cemeteries of significance to the history of Texas. Information is
available at the Sabine County Jail Museum or the Sabine County Chamber of Commerce
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