Region: Prairies and Lakes
Fairfield was founded in 1851, when settler David H. Love deeded the newly
formed Freestone County 100 acres of land, and it was designated the county
seat. The town was named for the previous home of many of the settlers in
Fairfield, Ala. Many people came to the area around the time of the Civil War,
and annual soldier reunions were held 1890–1933. The old reunion ground is now
the site of the annual Freestone County Fair and Rodeo in June.
The county courthouse, built in 1919, is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark
built in Classical Revival style. A Civil War cannon stands on the courthouse
lawn in memory of the local soldiers who died in the conflict. U.S. 84 at Keechi
Street.
May through July is a fun time to visit, as acres of peach trees produce
delicious fruit. Sellers' stands pop up along the highways during harvest
season.