Video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story.

Video footage from the KXAS-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, to accompany a news story.

Transcript of letter to Charles Moore from Henry Moore (H. S. M.) at "Catons old mill" discussing taxes, farming, crops, a mill, and people that he knows.

Letter to Charles Moore from Henry Moore (H. S. M.) at "Catons old mill" discussing taxes, farming, crops, a mill, and people that he knows. .

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about the city square of Mount Vernon being in flames burning down multiple businesses.

A photocopy of a script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about a building damaging fire in Mount Vernon, Texas.

Script from the WBAP-TV/NBC station in Fort Worth, Texas, relating a news story about a fire in Mount Vernon, Texas.

In this heartwarming photograph, a father guides his two curious children through the captivating bird exhibit room at the Old Fire Station Museum. Nestled in a 1940 WPA-financed firestation, this museum offers a blend of permanent and changing exhibits, including the renowned Don Meredith Memorabilia Exhibit. As they learn about the birds and immerse themselves in the displays, the family discovers a treasure trove of history and culture in Mount Vernon's beloved museum on South Kaufman Street.

The Thruston House, erected circa 1868, holds its ground with captivating connections to Henry Clay Thruston, the Confederate giant of both stature and legend. This charming 2-story dog-trot dwelling embodies the essence of 19th-century Southern architecture, revealing secrets of ingenious cooling methods amidst sultry summers. Thanks to generous patrons, the restoration effort breathes life into Mt. Vernon's intriguing past, beckoning visitors to immerse themselves in a compelling chapter of American heritage.

Built around 1868, the Thruston House stands proud on its original site, with intriguing ties to Henry Clay Thruston, a towering figure both in height and Confederate history. This 2-story dog-trot house, embracing the 19th-century Southern architecture, witnessed the sweltering summers and ingenious cooling techniques of the era. Its restoration, fueled by generous donors, preserves the legacy of Mt. Vernon's past, drawing visitors into an enthralling chapter of American heritage.

Embrace the serene beauty of Dupree Park Nature Center as you meander along its enchanting 57-acre nature preserve. Embraced by a lush canopy of verdant trees, the primitive, winding walking trails beckon nature enthusiasts to uncover the wonders of flora and fauna marked by informative signposts. Birdsong echoes through the air, inviting bird lovers and wanderers alike to immerse themselves in this idyllic haven. The park's pavilion adds a touch of charm, making it an ideal spot for reunions, celebrations, and cherished moments in the lap of nature's embrace.

Photograph of Franklin County Courthouse in Mount Vernon, TX. A wide paved road sits in front of the courthouse while a narrower one runs past the building's left side. The green lawn around the courthouse is occupied by tall green trees and small bushes, and is enclosed by a sidewalk. At the left end of the sidewalk, near the left edge of the photo, is a sign reading "Speed limit 30". The courthouse building is white and made of stone blocks, with an entrance shadowed by a large triangular pediment supported by four tall columns. The columns rest on short walls sitting on either side of a short set of stairs that lead from the sidewalk to the front doors of the courthouse. Running across the width of the building, under the entrance's columns, are two rows of windows set into white frames. One window occupies the center of the triangular pediment over the building's entrance. The roof of the courthouse is flat and has a white clocktower sitting at its center, which has black and white clockfaces set into the sides of its dome.

Photograph of the text on a historic marker about Bankhead Highway, America's first transcontinental highway, which spans from Washington, D.C. to San Diego, California and passes through Texas. This image was taken in Mount Vernon, Texas, where Bankhead Highway serves as Main Street.

Annotated draft of a sidebar about adaptive reuse in Mount Vernon, Texas that was published in the November 2015 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Part of a query letter regarding an article about Mount Vernon, Texas that was published in the November 2015 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Text for a sidebar about adaptive reuse in Mount Vernon, Texas that was published in the November 2015 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Research about Bankhead Highway compiled for an article that was published in the October 2015 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Brochure for the Bankhead Highway Film Festival in Mount Vernon, Texas from June 25-26, 2015.

Series of educational panels containing images related to the Bankhead Highway with corresponding facts and trivia questions.

Email from the Texas Historical Commission (THC) inviting recipients to workshops in Big Spring, Weatherford, and Mount Vernon to increase tourism in relation to the Historic Bankhead Highway.

Text for an article about the Tri-Lakes area in East Texas that was published in the August 2003 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Document containing an educational panel for Bankhead Highway, titled, "No More Horsing Around by 1928," with a historic photograph and a related fact and trivia question. Each part of the panel has been labeled (clockwise from top left): Large humorous title, short narrative, historic photo, Bankhead sign, question, fun graphic, QR code, and "trompe l'oeil" frame.

Photograph of the text on a marker for Historic Roadside Park, an early roadside park built in Mount Vernon, Texas from 1939-1940.

Text about Texas roadside signs and the Route 66 Museum that was published in the "When..." section of a September 1997 Texas Highways magazine article.