The City of Wylie - Texas State Historical Marker, located in south central Collin County on the west side of the east fork of the Trinity River, is a significant landmark that embodies Wylies rich history. Established by Wylie after he purchased 100 acres and divided it into city lots, the town was incorporated in November 1887 along the railroad right-of-way. Interestingly, when the Gulf, Colorado, and Santa Fe Railroad Company constructed its tracks half a mile north of Nickelville, Wylies town moved to a new location.

The marker, located at the southwest corner of State Highway 78 & Ballard Avenue, is not on private property and is still in its original location. It has been designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, marking it as an important piece of Wylies history. This landmark highlights the towns unique attributes, such as being part of two settlements, Wylie and Nickelville, established along the east fork of the Trinity River. The relocation of the town due to the railroad also brought about a significant change in Wylies history, with much of it buried along Masters Avenue.

In recent years, the Wylie Cemetery received a state marker after a decade of work dedicated to commemorating those buried there and their connection to Wylies past. As an important reminder of Wylies early history, the City of Wylie - Texas State Historical Marker plays a crucial role in understanding the towns development as part of Texas broader historical narrative. This engaging content about the location will be converted to a standalone audio segment for a tour, captivating listeners with vivid descriptions that highlight the significance and uniqueness of this historic marker.