a frontiersman and a signer of the Texas Declaration of In- dependence. Caldwell is along the Presidential Corridor linking the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum with the Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum. It also lies on Texas 36, a segment of the Ports-to-Plains Highway connecting the state’s heartland to coastal ports. The Caldwell-Kraitchar House Museum, housed in a
Victorian cottage-style home, is open by appointment (979/567-0000). Bed-and-breakfast accommodations are offered in
historic buildings. The town has been named the “Kolache Capital of Texas” by the Texas Legislature and offers a Kolache Festival in September.
BURLESON COUNTY CZECH HERITAGE MUSEUM— This museum features the history and culture of the Czech people. It includes a mural of the city of Prague, a dulcimer, art and genealogy from the late 1800s to early 1900s. Donations accepted. At Shaw and Fawn streets. 979/567-1871.
BURLESON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM—Features items from area pioneers, plus exhibits on Fort Tenoxtitlán— established by Mexico in 1830 to promote Mexican settle- ment and thwart Anglo-American colonists. 100 W. Buck St. on the first floor of the Burleson County Courthouse. 979/272-8407 or 979/272-3497.
CALDWELL HISTORICAL MUSEUM—Exhibits from the earliest settlers in the area includes pieces from the old cotton gin and the work of local artists. 103 Presidential Corridor/Texas 36 W. 979/567-6854.
LAKE—Somerville Lake, see SOMERVILLE.
CALVERT POP. 1,219
ALT. 335 MAP N-18
CALVERT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 979/364-2559.
www.calverttx.com.
Much of this city is listed in the National Register of Histor- ic Places, and many buildings and residences have medal- lions. The historic 1909 Katy Hamman Stricker Woman’s Heritage Center features turn-of-the-century “Prairie School” architecture and original mission furniture. Open by appointment (979/364-2881). Bed-and-breakfast accommodations in historic buildings
are available. Events include the Victorian Tea and Gala in the fall and the Victorian Christmas Tour in December.
HISTORIC HOMES TOUR—A self-guided driving tour through the National Historic District describes the history and architectural features of each home. Guides are avail- able at downtown shops for a nominal fee. During the Christmas holidays, several historic sites are open to the public for viewing. Admission charge.
www.calverttx.com.
CAMERON POP. 5,680
ALT. 402 MAP O-18
CAMERON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 102 E. First St. 254/697-4979.
www.cameron-tx.com.
This city was established on the Little River. Downtown has been revitalized with the renovation of the Milam County Courthouse. Cameron lies at the crossroads of U.S. 77 and Texas 36, a segment of the Ports-to-Plains Highway con- necting the state’s heartland to coastal ports. The city also is on the El Camino Real de los Tejas National Trail. Events include Cameron Dewberry Festival in May, the
Arts and Crafts Fair in October and the Christmas Parade in December.
HISTORIC PAVILION AND MARKER—An 1890 pavilion still stands at the site of the 1892 gubernatorial debate between James S. Hogg and George Clark. A historical marker notes the boyhood home of L.S. “Sul” Ross, former Texas governor and Texas A&M University president. Intersection of U.S. 190, Texas 36 and U.S. 77
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