Milam

Stephen Fuller Austin gave the first known description of Milam in his diary while camped along El Camino Real de los Tejas in 1821. Because of the town's close proximity to the trail, many explorers, veterans, and pioneers passed through the area. One of the oldest towns in Texas, Milam was originally known as Red Mound and attracted settlers for its agricultural wealth. After the county seat moved to Hemphill in 1858, Milam slowly began to decline. The Depression, the closure of the school, and a shift away from cotton farming led many residents to relocate. More recently, retirees have returned for recreational activities in the area.

Texas · United States