Baylor County

Baylor County, Texas
Baylor County, located in North Central Texas, was established in 1858 and organized in 1879. The county is named after Henry Weidner Baylor, a surgeon in the Texas Rangers and Confederate Army during the Civil War. Its seat, Seymour, became a focal point for ranching and agriculture, industries vital to the post-war recovery of Texas. During the Civil War era, the region supported the Confederate economy through cattle operations and served as a frontier buffer. Today, Baylor County offers visitors a glimpse into its rich history, with attractions like the Whiteside Museum of Natural History, showcasing fascinating paleontological finds, and the area’s scenic rolling plains.