J. Wayne Stark University Center Galleries feature
exhibits ranging from fine arts to architecture, history and science. They host traveling exhibits each year. 979/845-8501.
http://stark.tamu.edu. MSC Forsyth Center Galleries feature collections of
English Cameo Glass; art glass; and paintings by Mary Cassatt, Freder ick Remington and Charles M. Russell. 110 N. Main St. 979/845-9251.
http://forsyth.tamu.edu. Sam Houston Sanders Corps of Cadets Center
exhibits honor Texas A&M and its Corps of Cadets, with miniature cannons, swords, guns, flags, a library, Hall of Honor, an information center and gift shop. 979/862-2862.
www.aggiecorps.org/home/corpscenter. Texas A&M Lettermen’s Association Athletic Sports
Museum offers visitors an opportunity to experience Aggie sports history, including memorabilia, displays and interactive. In the Zone of Kyle Field. 979/846-3024.
http://lettermen.tamu.edu/museum.php.
BURLESON POP. 39,258
The Sam Rayburn House Museum in Bonham chronicles the life of this longtime U.S. congressman.
year. Admission charge. 105 S. Market St. 979/830-8445.
www.brenhamheritagemuseum.org.
BREWERIES—Brazos Valley Brewing Company. See BREWERIES AND DISTILLERIES listing.
NUECES CANYON EQUESTRIAN CENTER AND RESORT—Features world-class cutting horse shows al- most every weekend. Private tours for groups. Advance reservations: 979/289-5600.
BRIDGEPORT POP. 6,154
ALT. 367 MAP H-17
BRIDGEPORT VISITOR CENTER: A life-size replica of a Concord Stagecoach sits in front of the building. 812 Halsell. 940/683-2076.
www.bridgeportchamber.org.
Bridgeport’s roots as the official Stagecoach Capital of Texas began in 1860 when a toll bridge was built over the West Fork of the Trinity River to accommodate the Butter- field Overland Stage Company. Annual events include Butterfield Stage Days Festival
and PRCA Rodeo in May and the Coal Miners Heritage Festival in the fall.
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN—The district houses shops in turn-of-the-century buildings along Halsell Street. 940/683-3485.
LAKE—Lake Bridgeport—A large impoundment on the West Fork of the Trinity River. Parks offer swimming, fish- ing, campsites, picnic areas and boat ramps. Operated by the Tarrant Regional Water District. Four miles west of Bridgeport off U.S. 380; also accessible from Decatur. 817/335-2491.
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION POP. (Comb.) 177,666 ALT. 367 MAP O-19/MM-12
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU: 1101 University Drive East, Suite 108, College Station. 979/260-9898 or 800/777-8292.
www.visitaggieland.com.
These twin cities are in the Brazos River Valley, where Ste- phen F. Austin’s colonists settled between 1821 and 1831. Bryan was named in honor of William Joel Bryan, nephew of Stephen F. Austin. College Station traces its origins to the founding of the Agricultural and Mechanical College, now known as Texas A&M University. The Presidential Corridor stretches from the George Bush Presidential Library in College Station along Texas 6,
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Texas 21 and U.S. 290 to the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum in Austin.
BRAZOS VALLEY AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM— Exhibits highlight the history and heritage of African Americans in the Brazos Valley. Admission charge. 500 E. Pruitt St. 979/775-3961.
BRAZOS VALLEY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY— This facility presents exhibits on science, culture and natu- ral history, including fossils, antique farming and survey equipment. The Discovery Room has live animals on dis- play, including an active glass-front beehive and interactive exhibits. 3232 Briarcrest Drive In the Brazos Center. 979/776-2195.
http://brazosvalleymuseum.org.
BREWERY—New Republic Brewing Company in College Station. See BREWERIES AND DISTILLERIES listing.
CARNEGIE LIBRARY—This building was built in 1903 with funds from the Carnegie Foundation, and it is the oldest Carnegie Library in Texas. Completely restored, it now houses the Carnegie Center of Brazos Valley History. 111 S. Main St. 979/209-5630.
www.bcslibrary.org.
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF THE BRAZOS VALLEY— Museum provides a hands-on learning environment for children and adults. Children can experience the worlds of theater, commerce, medicine, nutrition, media and the arts. Admission charge. 111 E. 27th St.
www.cmbv.org.
GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM—This facility is dedicated to the preservation, research and exhibition of official records and memorabilia of George H.W. Bush, the 41st President of the United States. Includes a section of the Berlin Wall, replicas of Bush’s Oval Office and Camp David office, and a section devoted to First Lady Barbara Bush. Admission charge. 1000 George Bush Drive W. on the Texas A&M campus 979/691-4000.
http://bushlibrary.tamu.edu.
LAKE—Gibbons Creek Reservoir—This reservoir is acces- sible on weekends for fishing, picnicking and camping. About 20 miles east of Bryan via F.M. 244. 936/873-2424.
www.gibbonscreek.com. Lake Bryan—This lake offers miles of mountain-biking
trails, camping, fishing, swimming and a boat ramp. Admission charge. 8200 Sandy Point Road. 979/ 361-0861.
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY—The Information Center in Rudder Tower provides information and maps for campus attractions. 301 Joe Routt Blvd. 979/845-5851.
www.tamu.edu. Cushing Memorial Library and Archives houses rare
books, special collections and artifacts. 979/845-1951.
http://cushing.library.tamu.edu.
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BURLESON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 1044 SW Wilshire. 817/295-6121. www.burlesonarea
chamber.com.
When the Missouri, Kansas and Texas Railway (“Katy” Railway) was built from Fort Worth toward Alvarado, it needed a source of water for its locomotives. The Rev. Henry C. Renfro sold land for a train depot and town site with the stipulation that the new town be named after his good friend, teacher and mentor, Dr. Rufus C. Burleson.
BURLESON HERITAGE MUSEUM/VISITORS CENTER— The museum exhibits the history of Burleson, artifacts, photographs of the city fathers and other local history. 124 W. Ellison. 817/447-1575.
BURTON POP. 310
ALT. 415
BURTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:
www.burtontexas.org.
Visitors can enjoy a walking tour and view the historic buildings in this small community. Shoppers flock to the area during spring and fall antique shows. Annual events include Texas Ranger Day in March, the
Cotton Gin Festival in April, and Christmas at the Depot and Country Homes Tours in December.
LAKE—Somerville Lake, see SOMERVILLE.
MT. ZION CEMETERY AND HISTORICAL CHAPEL— Early settlers, including Leander M. McNelly, Confederate soldier and early Texas Ranger, are buried here. Donations accepted. West of the intersection of F.M. 1948 at F.M. 390 West. 979/289-2031.
www.burtonheritagesociety.org.
RAILROAD DEPOT MUSEUM AND VISITOR CENTER— Features railroad memorabilia, a metal caboose and wood- en caboose. Donations accepted. 507 N. Railroad St. 979/289-2031.
www.burtonheritagesociety.org.
TEXAS COTTON GIN MUSEUM—See the processing of cotton from wagon to finished bale at the restored 1914 Burton Farmers Gin—the oldest operating cotton gin in the United States. The complex also includes the Wehring Shoe Shop and Residence. Fee for guided tours. 307 N. Main St. 979/289-3378.
www.cottonginmuseum.org.
CALDWELL POP. 4,301
ALT. 406
CALDWELL CIVIC AND VISITORS CENTER: 103 Presidential Corridor W. 979/567-6854.
www.burlesoncountytx.com.
This town was named for Mathew “Old Paint” Caldwell, PHOTO: WILL VAN OVERBEEK/TXDOT
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