restaurants, music venues and a winery here. Historic sites include the 1896 Katy Depot, the 1899 Central Christian Church and the vaudeville-era Texan Theater. Audie Murphy, the nation’s most decorated soldier
of World War II, was born near Greenville. Clymer Meadow Preserve is one of the most
diverse remnants of the Blackland Prairie in Texas, and is a prime spot for birding and wildflowers. Located near Celeste. By appointment only (903/568-4139).
AUDIE MURPHY/AMERICAN COTTON MUSEUM— Artifacts and memorabilia chronicle the area’s cotton industry and famous locals, including World War II hero Audie Murphy, White Sox baseball pitcher Monty Stratton and Voyager copilot Jeana Yeager. Tours of the historic Ende-Gaillard House on the grounds are offered by appointment. Admission charge. 600 I-30 E. 903/450-4502.
www.cottonmuseum.com.
LAKE—Lake Tawakoni—This Sabine River Authority reservoir offers many marinas and parks with boat ramps, fishing, picnicking and camping. Lake Tawakoni State Park is on the south shore (903/560-7123). About 16 miles southeast of Greenville; also accessible from Wills Point and Edgewood. 903/598-2216.
Grapefest, the largest wine festival in the southwest, is held each September in Grapevine.
EAST TEXAS GATORS AND WILDLIFE PARK—See alligators from hatchlings to more than 12 feet long, plus other local animals such as opossums and raccoons. The park also offers a petting zoo barnyard and a pond. 9515 F.M. 1255. Between I-20 and Texas 110. 903/962-5630.
www.easttexasgators.com.
GRAND SALINE MUSEUM/SALT PALACE—This salt- block structure—the third built since the original was constructed for the 1936 Texas Centennial—serves as an information center and museum with exhibits on local history, salt-related items and mining memorabilia. Donations accepted. Free. 100 W. Garland Ave. (U.S. 80). At Texas 110 (Main St.). 903/962-5631.
www.facebook.com/ Saltpalacemuseum.
GRAPEVINE POP. 51,330
ALT. 650 MAP J-18/RR-5
GRAPEVINE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU HEADQUARTERS AND MUSEUM COMPLEX: In the Cotton Belt Hotel and Clock Tower. 636 S. Main St. 817/410-3185.
www.grapevinetexasusa.com.
This city was named for the wild mustang grapes that grew throughout the area. In historic downtown, many of the buildings are listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors enjoy shopping, the Urban Wine Trail, galleries, many restaurants and luxury hotels. Several golf courses and beautiful Lake Grapevine offer many outdoor recreation options. Grapevine offers award-winning events. GrapeFest is held the second weekend in September.
COTTON BELT RAILROAD DISTRICT—The original site of the depot is home to art galleries, a glass-blowing studio, a blacksmith and bronze foundry where visitors can see artisans demonstrate their crafts. 701 S. Main St.
www.grapevinetexasusa.com. Grapevine Historical Museum—View Grapevine’s
history through photos and artifacts highlighting the cultural and family life of early Grapevine residents. 206 W. Hudgins St. 817/410-3526. Grapevine Vintage Railroad—This historic
excursion train runs between Grapevine and the Fort Worth Stockyards, and offers special events throughout the year. Ticket office at the Cotton Belt Depot. Admission charge. 705 S. Main St. 817/410-3185.
www.gvrr.com.
GRAPEVINE GLOCKENSPIEL—This unique 127-foot-tall clock tower depicts a confrontation between two would-be train robbers, Nat Barrett and Willy Majors,
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that emerge several times daily (weather permitting). 636 S. Main St. At the Grapevine Convention and Visitors Bureau Headquarters and Museum Complex. 817/410-8135.
www.grapevinetexasusa.com.
GRAPEVINE WINE TOURS—Explore Grapevine’s wine tasting rooms on your own or take a guided, four- hour excursion with Grapevine Wine Tours. Includes tastings at three area wineries, lunch or dinner, and transportation by shuttle bus. 817/259-9463.
www.grapevinewinetours.com.
LAKE—Grapevine Lake—An Army Corps of Engineers reservoir. Lakeside parks offer camping, picnicking, boat ramps, marina, swimming and fishing. On the north edge of Grapevine. Also accessible from Flower Mound. 817/410-3122.
LEGOLAND® DISCOVERY CENTER—See creative
depictions of landmarks in Dallas-Fort Worth and beyond, play with colorful bricks in interactive exhibits and learn building secrets from the Master Model Builder. Admission charge. 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway. At Entry 5 at Grapevine Mills Mall. 972/539-9386.
www.legolanddiscoverycenter.com.
MAIN STREET LIVE—Find live entertainment at Grapevine’s historic Palace Theatre. Enjoy a family- style show most Saturday nights featuring local, regional and national entertainers. 300 S. Main St. 817/481-8733.
www.mainstreetlive.rocks.
SEA LIFE GRAPEVINE AQUARIUM—View more than 5,000 sea creatures in displays of marine life from Texas and around the world. The tropical ocean tank includes a walk-through underwater tunnel. Admission charge. 3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway. At Grapevine Mills Mall.
www.visitsealife.com/grapevine.
WINERIES—Cross Timbers Winery, Delaney Vineyards, Homestead Winery at Grapevine, and La Buena Vida Vineyards. See WINERIES listing.
GREENVILLE POP. 26,643
ALT. 594 MAP H-19
GREENVILLE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU: 2821 Washington St. 903/457-2994.
www.travelgreenvilletx.com.
This town was once named “Cotton Capital of the World” when it set the record for the most cotton bales compressed in a single day. It is a gateway to East Texas from the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. The Main Street area is home to notable
architecture as well as state and national historic landmarks. Visitors can find antiques, shopping,
MATHEWS PRAIRIE PRESERVE—This preserve covers 100 acres of tallgrass Blackland Prairie. It is an excellent spot to see birds, wildflowers or how the North Texas area looked to early settlers. A sign identifies the preserve. Parking available along county roads. At the northeast corner of C.R. 1116 and C.R. 1119.
WINERY—Landon Winery. See WINERIES listing.
GROESBECK POP. 4,223
ALT. 477 MAP M-19
CITY OF GROESBECK: 402 W. Navasota 254/729-3293.
www.cityofgroesbeck.com.
Annual events include an arts-and-crafts show in March, the Limestone County Fair in April and the Fiddle Festival in May.
FORT PARKER MEMORIAL CEMETERY—Large monument and graves commemorate settlers massacred in 1836. Two miles north on F.M. 1245 (not shown on most maps).
FORT PARKER STATE PARK—See MEXIA.
LAKE—Lake Limestone—A Brazos River Authority reservoir. Parks offer fishing, boat ramps, primitive camping, and picnicking. South of Groesbeck via F.M. 937. Also accessible from Centerville. 903/529-2141.
www.brazos.org.
LIMESTONE COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM— Features artifacts and area history, including Old Fort Parker memorabilia. Admission charge. 210 W. Navasota St. 254/729-5064.
OLD FORT PARKER—The fort was established in 1834 by the Parker family to protect a settlement. In 1836, a surprise attack by several hundred Comanches overran the fort, killing five of the Parker family and carrying into captivity five others, including 9-year- old Cynthia Ann Parker. She grew up, married
CHRISTMAS IN GRAPEVINE
THE CITY OF GRAPEVINE, billed as the “Christmas Capital of Texas,” is filled with cheer through the holiday sea- son. Festivities include numerous light displays, giant decorations, exhibits, Victorian traditions and holiday-themed rides on the North Pole Express steam train.
www.grapevinetexasusa.com.
★ PHOTO: WILL VAN OVERBEEK/TXDOT
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