Aiken, Shelby County, Texas Explained

Aiken is an unincorporated community in Shelby County, Texas. It is home to the Excelsior Independent School District. As of 2000, the population is 75.

History

Aiken had a sawmill, a blacksmith, a school, 2 churches, a cotton gin, and a store in 1890s, but the post office closed in 1909 and only the school and churches remained.^[1]

Education

Aiken is served by the Excelsior Independent School District.^[2]

References

31.69°N -94.3322°W

Notes and References

1. Web site: TSHA Aiken, TX (Shelby County). 2022-01-30. www.tshaonline.org.
2. Web site: 2019-03-04. Excelsior Celebrates 120 Years with Shared Memories, Ringing of the Bell. 2022-01-30. Shelby County Today. en.