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Austin, Texas
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The Treaty Oak, located in Caldwell Treaty Oak Park, is estimated to be over 500 years old and is the last surviving tree of a group known as the Council Oaks, which were sacred to local Native American tribes.
In 1989, the Treaty Oak was deliberately poisoned with a powerful herbicide, but thanks to extensive efforts by arborists, it survived and continues to grow today.
The Treaty Oak has been recognized as a Texas State Historic Tree due to its historical significance and age, making it a protected landmark.
Local legend has it that Stephen F. Austin, known as the 'Father of Texas,' signed the first boundary agreement with Native Americans under the Treaty Oak's branches.
The Treaty Oak's resilience and historical significance inspired the name of a local distillery, Treaty Oak Distilling, which produces whiskey and other spirits.
Caldwell Treaty Oak Park was established to protect and honor the Treaty Oak, providing a peaceful space for visitors to appreciate its history and beauty.
