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Waxahachie, Texas

Located in Ellis County, Texas, Waxahachie was established in 1850. Most photographed TX courthouse. Native American word.
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Founded 1850 | Population 43,000 | Peak 43,000 (2024) | County Ellis County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Waxahachie, Texas

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1850 Founded: Native word.
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1871 Incorporated: Waxahachie was officially incorporated as a city.
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2010 Modern Era: Waxahachie continued to develop as part of the greater metropolitan area, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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2020 Modern Growth: Waxahachie continued to grow as part of its metropolitan area.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1850 Culture
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1871 Government
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2010 Culture
Modern Era
2020 Culture
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Did You Know?

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Most photographed TX courthouse.
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Places in the Heart.
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Native American word.
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Waxahachie is located in Ellis County, Texas.
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Waxahachie was founded in 1850.

Famous People from Waxahachie, Texas

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Frederic Forrest
Actor, Television Actor · Born Dec 23, 1936 · Died Jun 23, 2023 (age 86)
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Morris Kirksey
Sprinter, Athletics Competitor · Born Sep 13, 1895 · Died Nov 25, 1981 (age 86)
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Byron Nelson
Golfer · Born Feb 4, 1912 · Died Sep 26, 2006 (age 94)
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Desmond Mason
Basketball Player · Born Oct 11, 1977 · Age 48
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Tevin Campbell
Actor, Singer · Born Nov 12, 1976 · Age 49

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