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LARKIN NEWTON CABIN—The cabin was built from hand-hewn red cedar logs. It was moved from its original location for preservation as one of the few remaining Peters’ Colony structures in North Texas. 234 N. Eighth St. in Heritage Park. 972/775-7777. www.midlothian.tx.us.


MOODY POP. 1,400


ALT. 783


MOODY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: www.moodytexas.com.


Moody Drug, established in 1881, is one of the oldest drug stores in Texas; the Moody Courier, established in 1889, is the city’s second-oldest business.


MOTHER NEFF STATE PARK—The mother of Gov. Pat Neff donated 6 acres of land on the Leon River in 1916 to start this state park, which was the first in Texas. Others added to the park’s holdings, and today, this shady site of- fers hiking, camping, riverbank fishing, wildlife observation and picnicking. Admission charge. 1680 Texas 236. Eight miles west of town via F.M. 107. 254/853-2389. www.tpwd. state.tx.us/state-parks/mother-neff.


MOULTON POP. 898


ALT. 375


MOULTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 361/596-7205. www.moultontexas.com.


Moulton was established at the headwaters of the Lavaca River. The city’s Czech-German heritage is still evident. Several historical markers are found in the city, as well as the original Old Moulton town site. Quaint storefronts are reminiscent of the late 1800s. Bed-and-breakfast accom- modations are available. The Moulton Town and Country Jamboree is held in July.


ORRIN WINTERS CABIN—The original two-room cabin was built in 1853 by one of the town’s original settlers. It was torn down, and the wood was used to build a barn in 1902; then it was reassembled in the 1970s. In city park on West Veterans Drive, just west of Lancaster Street.


ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC CHURCH—Built in 1924, this “painted church” has gone through many renova- tions. The most recent restored its original design— an early 20th-century Gothic-style with a long nave, side aisles supported by ten columns, stained glass win- dows and a chancel. 601 N. Pecan St. 979/743-4514 or 361/596-4674.


MOUNT VERNON POP. 2,757


ALT. 418 MAP H-21


CITY OF MOUNT VERNON: 109 N. Kaufman St. 903/537-2252. www.visitmtvernontx.com.


This Texas Main Street City still offers a small-town feel. The plaza has a gazebo, park benches and a Grecian-style gray limestone courthouse with a chiming clock tower. More than 70 homes built before World War I are marked with signs designating the original owners and year of construction. Tour maps are available. The Cherokee Trace runs along the county’s eastern


edge, while the Choctaw Trail runs through town, and the Bankhead Highway—the east-west transcontinental auto- mobile route through the U.S. opened in 1916—remains the town’s Main Street.


BANKHEAD HIGHWAY VISITOR CENTER—The center is housed in the 1868 home of Henry Clay Thruston, the tall- est soldier in the Confederate Army during the Civil War (listed at 7 feet, 7.5 inches tall). It is located on the historic Bankhead Highway. Quilting demonstrations are offered. On C.R. 1010, just west of Texas 37. 903/537-4760. Dupree Park Nature Center—This 57-acre nature


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preserve features hiking trails adjacent to the visitor center. The preserve is open from dawn to dusk. On C.R. 1010, just west of Texas 37. 903/537-4760.


CULTURAL ARTS CENTER—The Franklin County Arts Alliance offers permanent and changing exhibits. Addi- tional exhibits are offered at the Old Jail Art Center in the 1912 county jail building (includes original cells), open by appointment only. 204 W. Main St. 903/537-4034. www.franklincountyarts.com.


FIRESTATION MUSEUM—This museum features natural history displays, violins and changing exhibits. The Don Meredith Memorabilia Exhibit presents sports items donated by the former Dallas Cowboys quarterback and Mount Vernon native. Free. 210 S. Kaufman St. 903/537-7012. www.fcha-online.org.


FRANKLIN COUNTY GENEALOGY SOCIETY—Exhibits housed in the 1894 Parchman-Meredith Store Building detail the county’s history. Research facilities are available with regional archives. 110 W. Main St. On the south side of town square. 903/537-3931.


LAKES—Lake Cypress Springs—This lake offers parks, camping and picnic areas, marinas, boat ramps and swim- ming. Access is eight miles southeast of Mount Vernon by taking Texas 37 south and F.M. 2723 east. 903/537-4536. Lake Bob Sandlin, Monticello Reservoir and


Welsh Reservoir, see MOUNT PLEASANT. Lake Cooper, see COOPER. Lake Fork, see QUITMAN.


MAJORS-PARCHMAN FARMSTEAD—This 1883 Victorian farmhouse has original outbuildings and includes an 1868 log cabin. At the corner of Kaufman and Tolbert streets. 903/537-4760.


MOUNT VERNON MUSIC—This beautifully restored church, built in the early 1900s, hosts concerts and perfor- mances. 402 Leftwich. www.mountvernonmusic.org.


MOUNT VERNON RAILROAD DEPOT—In the restored 1894 Cottonbelt Depot, this museum features railroad- related items. A small 1880 log cabin, syrup press, mill and blacksmith shop are on the property. Free. 202 S. Kaufman St. 903/537-4760.


MUENSTER POP. 1,570


ALT. 970 MAP G-17


MUENSTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 1000 E. Division, Ste. D. 940/759-2227 or 800/942-8037. www.muensterchamber.com.


The founders wanted to call their settlement Westphalia, but after discovering a town of that name had already been established, they called their colony Muenster, for the capital of their native Westphalia, Germany. Muenster’s German customs and Texas hospitality blend well, and visitors are always willkommen. Visit the glockenspiel, the German-style clock tower


with music and carved wooden dancing figures that appear at the top of each hour (during business hours), at Main and Second streets. It’s one of just a few glockenspiels in the country.


LAKES—Moss Lake, see GAINESVILLE. Lake Ray Roberts, see PILOT POINT.


MUENSTER MUSEUM—Features antique items and memorabilia related to Muenster and Cooke County. 420 N. Main St. 940/759-2227.


NAVASOTA POP. 7,343


ALT. 215


CITY OF NAVASOTA: 200 E. McAlpine St. 936/825-7055. www.navasotatx.gov.


The city’s downtown is listed in the National Register of Historic Places, and 27 structures are recognized by the Texas Historical Commission. The downtown area features


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ornate 19th-century architecture, beautiful parks and mu- seums. To schedule a tour of the Horlock History Center, housed in a restored 1892 Victorian home, call the cham- ber of commerce: 936/825-6600. Navasota has been named the “Blues Capital of Texas”


by the Texas Legislature and was home to songster Mance Lipscomb. A statue in Mance Lipscomb Park and the annual Navasota Blues Festival in August honor his legacy.


HISTORIC CEMETERY—Oakland Cemetery has been active since the 1860s. Blues musician Mance Lipscomb is buried in the Resthaven section. 801 Sixth St. 936/825-6475.


LA SALLE MONUMENT—About 130 years before the first Anglo-American settlers, the French arrived in Texas led by Robert René Cavelier, Sieur de la Salle. It was a mistake. He was actually seeking the mouth of the Mississippi River, but a series of misadventures brought his ships to Matago- rda Bay (see INDIANOLA). While exploring, one of La Salle’s men murdered him near present-day Navasota. On Texas 105 downtown.


NAVASOTA BLUES ALLEY MUSEUM AND SHOPS— Museum covers local history and notable residents, including musician Mance Lipscomb and Frank Hamer, a city marshal who became the Texas Ranger leading the effort to catch Bonnie and Clyde. 129 E. Washington Ave. 936/870-3331. www.navasotabluesalley.com.


WASHINGTON-ON-THE-BRAZOS STATE HISTORIC SITE—Six miles southwest on Brazos River, via Texas 105. See WASHINGTON.


NOCONA POP. 3,076


ALT. 1,055 MAP G-17


NOCONA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITORS CENTER: 1522 U.S. 83 E. 940/825-3526. www.noconachamber.org.


This community derives its name from Peta Nocona, father of Quanah Parker and the last of the great Comanche chiefs. Today, the city is known for producing quality leath- er goods. Revitalization efforts are seen in its growing downtown. Annual events include Mardi Gras parades and the Vicari National Car Auction in the spring. The city was named one of Rand McNally’s “Five Most Fun Towns in America” in 2013, and it also has two parks and two 18-hole golf courses.


HORTON CLASSIC CAR MUSEUM—This collection focuses on American vintage, classic and muscle cars and features more than 120 vehicles. 940/825-1022.


LAKE—Lake Nocona—This impoundment on Farmers Creek offers fishing, camping, picnicking and limited boat- ing. Call ahead about water levels. Three miles northeast of Nocona via F.M. 1956 and F.M. 3301. 940/825-3282.


TALES ‘N’ TRAILS MUSEUM—This museum highlights the region’s history, including Native Americans, local produc- tion of Justin and Nocona boots, the Chisholm Trail, the settlement of Texas and the 1920s North Oilfields boom. 1522 E. U.S. 82. 940/825-5330. www.talesntrails.org.


NORTH RICHLAND HILLS POP. 65,653


ALT. 650 MAP SS-3


NORTH RICHLAND HILLS ECONOMIC DEVELOP- MENT DEPT.: 817/427-6090. www.nrhed.com.


As with most towns in the metroplex, the city has grown significantly in recent years, making it the third largest in Tarrant County. North Richland Hills is home to Tarrant County College Northeast Campus and the University of Dallas Tarrant County Campus.


NRH20—This family water park features the world’s larg- est uphill watercoaster, the Green Extreme; Frogstein’s Splashatory, an interactive water playground; 18 water slides; a lazy river; and wave pool. Admission charge.


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