12-05-2025
Van Oil Museum unveils new historical marker honoring railway
VAN, Texas (KETK) – The City of Van and the Van Zandt County Historical Commission unveiled a new historical marker on Saturday to commemorate the area's historic railway and oilfield.
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'A roaring economy, new oil wells coming into production with lightning speed, thousands of oilfield workers and their families pouring into town—and a brand-new rail line. That was Van, Texas in 1930,' the City of Van said on their website.
The new Texas Historical Commission marker is located at the Van Area Oil and Historical Museum and celebrates the Texas & Pacific Railway short line which played a key role in the development of the community.
'The railroad line from Grand Saline to Van served the area for many years, beginning with its opening in July 1930. It played a critical role in the rapid development of the oilfield by bringing in tons of heavy oilfield equipment. The line also transported other cargo as well as passengers,' the City of Van said.
To learn more, visit the City of Van online.
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