Selden

This community was originally named Garrett Springs for early settler J. B. Garrett who owned land along Sims Creek. It became known as Selden after the mid 1850s, when John Selden moved to the area. The settlement developed as an important early commercial center for nearby farms. It was the site of a grist mill and cotton gin, as well as a school, post office, lodge hall, and stores. The history of Selden is a reminder of the important role farming communities played in the agricultural development of Erath County. (1988)

Selden is a historical marker in Stephenville vicinity, Erath County, dedicated in 1988. It is one of 71 historical markers documented in Erath County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 144 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 32.1459, -98.1070 near Stephenville vicinity. The nearest cataloged historic site is Arendell, Thomas Grave (cemetery), about 0.5 miles away. Others within a short drive include Wyatt - Boyd Ranch Complex, Indian Creek Cemetery, and Hatchett Cemetery.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5143004634. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.