Named for a Confederate general, this small town near Fort Worth is a center for the agricultural industry in the region. Cleburne became an important stop on the Chisholm Trail and later the Santa Fe Railroad. The downtown is home to many historic buildings. Attractions Chisholm Trail Outdoor Museum. This private historical park presents numerous …
Considered the oldest thriving community in the Panhandle, Clarendon was established as a “sobriety society” and an alternative to the wild boomtowns nearby. Nicknamed “Saints Roost” by cowboys, today the history of the community is recalled at the Saints Roost Museum. Clarendon is the seat of Donley County and a center for the ranching industry. …
Imagine a place where the 19th century joins modern times, treating visitors to modern conveniences and comforts in an Old World atmosphere. Add to this a gazpacho of cultures, a blend of French, German, English and Spanish with a heavy dose of Alsatian heritage. What you have is Castroville, located only 20 miles west of …
If you and your family love to search for a bargain, First Monday Canton, held in Canton, Texas, is the place. Every month, this tiny East Texas community swells with over 150,000 shoppers and 5,000 dealers in an atmosphere that’s part carnival, part flea market, and all fun. When is First Monday Canton? First Monday …
Nicknamed the “Kolache Capital of Texas” by the 71st Legislature, Caldwell is located just south of TX 21 on TX 36. This community is the capital of Burleson County (and it’s confusing because there’s a nearby county named Caldwell County—whose county seat is Lockhart.) You’ll find a traditional Texas courthouse square downtown. Attractions Burleson County …
A favorite beach getaway with many Texans, Port Aransas (often just called “Port A”) is a laid-back destination. Although it swells with revelers during spring break season and during the summer months with travelers, the rest of the year the town is relaxed and quiet, catering to bird lovers at its many parks and beachcombers …
If you watch college football, then you’re no doubt familiar with the adjoining communities of Bryan-College Station. Home to Texas A&M University (and the state’s veterinary school), the region is strongly linked with the dog world. Home of Texas A&M University, these combined communities include several attractions to interest travelers. The twin cities, as they’re …