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Page 2 of 2  Ironically, in Waxahachie, this absent of progress preserved many of the historic buildings and homes. There were some unfortunate losses nevertheless and some of the historic structures were lost. One of the most devastating losses was the Central Fire Hall in the early 1960s. The Central Fire Station was built in the 1880s and had 100% horse drawn fire fighting equipment. This location is now a service station and store!
Primarily because of this absence of progress, Waxahachie is now world-renowned for possessing an enormous area of surviving examples of early architectural styles, including the gingerbread style from which the Gingerbread Home Tour takes its name. Today, one has the opportunity to visit many of these fine elegant homes and buildings and, for a moment, step back sixty to a hundred years to a time and place long since past. You can also stroll the beautiful downtown square and see the jewel of Ellis County and Waxahachie, the Courthouse!. Completely restored to its original condition, it is really something to see inside and out. Gingerbread Trail Crafts Festival - Vendor Application PDF If you are planning on coming to the 2008 Gingerbread Trail or just visting, and would like information and recomendations on available accomodations, please call 972-723-0295 Our accomdations editor has expert knowledge on the best places to stay in Waxahachie and will be happy to help and recommend a hotel, motel, or bed and breakfast Inn. If you would like to sponsor this years Waxahachiedowntown.com Gingerbread Trail Section, please 972-723-0295 
Homes from past Gingerbread Home Tours
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