THE NATURE HUTState Park Information, Pictures & Information on Fort Richardson State Park
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Pictures of Fort Richardson State Park - Officer's QuartersThe Officer's
Quarters at Fort Richardson more aptly mirrored the era of the
civiliation "Built in 1867 of lumber cut from cottonwoods growing in nearby river bottoms. One of 5 original Officers' Quarters. Outlasted Fort's barracks and stables, which were built of small vertical timbers (pickets). Style tpyical of 19th century Army posts in the West. Only one left standing in the U.S. Among men quartered here was Gen. Ranald S. MacKenzie, who sent Indians back to reservations, 1871-1874. Restored by City of Jacksboro. Maintained by Girl Scouts. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1964"
Fort Richardson State Park - One of the Officer's Quarters The photo below illustrates the charm of the era enjoyed by officers at Fort Richardson.
Fort Richardson State Park - Officer's Quarters A little to the left rests an impressive fireplace that provided warmth against the sometimes bitter Texas winters. Note the beautiful red velvet settee indictive of the era.
Fort Richardson State Park - Officer's Quarters - Fireplace Dining
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where simple pleasures were enjoyed. A sign by the
State Historical Survey Committee is posted on one of the Officer's
Quarters that reads:
