What Was the Rogers Settlement?
Long before Frisco became a major city, parts of the area were known by the families who settled there. One of the earliest and most influential was the Rogers Settlement.
Located near present-day Eldorado Parkway and just north of where Memorial High School stands, this area was once home to the Rogers family, early settlers with deep roots in both Collin and Denton County.
A Family That Helped Shape Frisco
The Rogers family dates back more than 175 years in the Frisco area. The original five Rogers brothers settled close to one another, creating what became known as the Rogers Neighborhood or Rogers Settlement.
Their impact stretched across multiple parts of the community, including agriculture, education, religion, medicine, and local leadership. Over time, their presence helped shape the early foundation of Frisco and surrounding areas.
A Lasting Local Legacy
The Rogers name still exists across Frisco today. Several Frisco ISD schools, including Rogers Elementary, Clark Middle School, and Ashley Elementary, are named after members of the family.
Their influence didn’t just stay in one place, it became part of the broader identity of the city as it grew.
From Settlement to City Park
Today, the area once known as the Rogers Settlement is being recognized again. The City of Frisco recently approved the name “Rogers Settlement Park” for an 11-acre park located east of Memorial High School and north of Eldorado Parkway.
It’s a modern way to acknowledge one of the earliest communities in the area and the family that helped build it.
A Glimpse Into Early Frisco Life
Historic photos and records show simple homes, close family ties, and a community built around shared land and values.
At one point, much of this area was rural and closely connected, with families living within just a few miles of each other, far different from the Frisco we know today.
