The Cooke County - Texas Centennial Marker is a historical landmark located in Gainesville, Texas. It was created on March 20, 848, and organized on March 10, 1849, and stands at 1519 W California St, Gainesville, TX 76240. The County Seat of Cooke County is Gainesville. Erected in 1936 by the Texas Highway Department with Marker Number 1053, this marker features a bas-relief depicting scenes related to the countys history, including Old Man Texas holding various items such as a hammer and a horseshoe. The marker is significant for its placement during the Texas Centennial in 1936, which marked 100 years since Texas declared its independence from Mexico. The Cooke County - Texas Centennial Marker stands tall at 100 East California, Gainesville, as an enduring symbol of Cooke Countys rich history and its connection to the broader story of Texas.