Cotton Exhibits
History of Cotton Exhibit
Discover the days of a bygone era when cotton was a part of everyday life in Hunt County. Greenville was home to the world’s largest inland cotton compress, which set a world record both in 1911 and 1912. Imagine in just one 10 hour work day being able to compress 2,073 bales of cotton! The engine of the compress is on display at the Museum.
History of Hunt County Gallery
This section includes exhibits on the early history of Hunt County, the people, schools and early businesses of this area. We have a 1920s era main street exhibit with five stores that visitors will be able “window shop” as they walk down the “main street”. They include a millinery, a clothing shop, beauty salon, hardware store and drugstore. Make sure to come on by to take a look at our newest gallery!
