cars participate in the annual Art Car Parade. 140 Heights Blvd. 713/861-5526.
www.artcarmuseum.com.
BATTLESHIP TEXAS—See LA PORTE.
BAYOU BEND COLLECTION & GARDENS—A branch of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, this 28-room Latin Colonial structure has a collection of works from the colonial period to the early 19th century. The 14-acre gardens are bounded on three sides by Buffalo Bayou. The Lora Jean Kilroy Visitors and Education Center has a library, shop and terraces all dedicated to American art, culture and history. Admission charge. 6003 Memorial Drive. 713/639-7750.
www.mfah.org.
BREWERIES AND DISTILLERIES—8th Wonder Brewery, Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co., Karbach Brewing Company, Saint Arnold Brewing Company, Whitmeyer Distilling Co. and Yellow Rose Distilling. See BREWERIES AND DISTILLERIES listing.
Cooley's Classic Cars can be found in downtown Harlingen.
HARLINGEN ARTS & HERITAGE MUSEUM—The museum includes the Paso Real Stagecoach Inn and the home of city founder Lon C. Hill. Exhibits include vintage medical equipment from the city’s first hospital and photos from Harlingen’s heyday as an air base. Free. 2425 Boxwood St. 956/216-4901. www.
myharlingen.us/default.aspx?name=museum.home.
HARLINGEN PUBLIC LIBRARY—Original artworks by established and emerging artists are displayed here, with an emphasis on landscapes of the Southwest and Mexico. The library also has an extensive genealogical collection and archives. 410 ’76 Drive. 956/216-5800.
IWO JIMA MEMORIAL AND MUSEUM—The Marine Military Academy is home to the original working model of the famous Iwo Jima statue. The museum features Marine Corps memorabilia; a 30-minute film, “The Battle of Iwo Jima"; and a veterans’ Hall of Fame. Gift shop. 320 Iwo Jima Blvd. 956/421-9234.
www.mma-tx.org/About-Us/The-Campus/Iwo-Jima- Museum-and-Gift-Shop.
LAGUNA ATASCOSA NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE— See LOS FRESNOS.
MURALS—Harlingen, the mural capital of South Texas, has more than 30 colorful larger-than-life artworks on display throughout the city. Pick up a guide at the Harlingen Convention & Visitors Bureau.
www.visitharlingentexas.com/visitors/things-to-do/ downtown-harlingen/page/2.
TEXAS TRAVEL INFORMATION CENTER—One of the 12 Texas Travel Information Centers operated by the Texas Department of Transportation for the convenience of the traveling public. 2021 W. Harrison. In the Lower Rio Grande Valley near the Texas-Mexico border at the intersection of U.S. 77 and U.S. 83. 956/428-4477.
www.txdot.gov.
HEMPSTEAD POP. 6,476
ALT. 251 MAP P-19
HEMPSTEAD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 979/826-8217.
www.hempsteadtxchamber.com.
The town was long known as a “Six Shooter Junction.” A notable fight shocked the nation in 1905 when U.S. Congressman John Pinckney, his brother and two others were gunned down in the courthouse while meeting with prohibitionists who had won an election to ban booze. Frazier’s Ornamental and Architectural Concrete
has acres of fountains, yard statuary and bird baths. Open daily, except Wed. On Business U.S. 290.
LIENDO PLANTATION—Built in 1853 by Leonard Waller Groce on a Spanish land grant assigned to Justo Liendo, it was home to sculptress Elisabet Ney and her husband from 1873 to 1911. It is a Recorded Texas
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Historic Landmark and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It is a private residence, however, tours are offered. Not wheelchair accessible. Admission charge. F.M. 1488 northeast about 2.5 miles to 38653 Wyatt Chapel Road; turn right to entrance. 979/826-3126.
www.liendo.org.
HOUSTON POP. 2,201,974
CHRIST CHURCH CATHEDRAL—Founded in 1839, this is Houston’s oldest church at its original site. It contains hand-carved woodwork and fine stained- glass windows, including one designed by Tiffany. Noon Eucharist on weekdays in Golding Chapel. 1117 Texas Ave. 713/222-2593.
DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM—This entertainment and dining complex features marine life, a train ride through a shark tank, Dive Lounge, Ferris wheel, boardwalk games, dancing fountains and gift shop. 410 Bagby St. 713/223-3474.
www.downtownaquarium.com.
DUNHAM BIBLE MUSEUM—Exhibits ancient and medieval manuscripts and examples of the earliest printed Bibles. Tells the story of the Bible’s preservation, history, transmission and influence. Free. 7502 Fondren Road. In the Morris Cultural Arts
ALT. 55 MAP Q-21/RR-14
HOUSTON VISITORS CENTER: Operated by the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau. 1300 Avenida de las Americas 800/446-8786 or 713/227-3100.
www.visithoustontexas.com.
Named after Sam Houston, general of the Texas army that won independence from Mexico and president of the Republic of Texas. The city has experienced phenomenal growth since a small riverboat landing was established on Buffalo Bayou by the Allen brothers in August 1836. Houston lies on I-10, a segment of the Ports-to-Plains Highway. Institutions of higher learning include Baylor
College of Medicine, Houston Baptist University, Rice University, South Texas College of Law, South Texas Junior College, Texas Southern University, University of Houston, University of St. Thomas and University of Texas Health Science Center. Houston has the world’s largest indoor air-
conditioned pedestrian tunnel system, including shops and restaurants. It is wheelchair accessible. Tours are available. Maps at the Visitor Information Center. Major events include Freedom Over Texas in July,
the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo in March and the Houston International Festival each April.
1940 AIR TERMINAL MUSEUM—This civilian aviation history museum is housed in an art deco building designed by Joseph Finger. The museum received congressional recognition for its importance to the nation in the preservation of civil aviation heritage. 8325 Travelair St. On the west side of Hobby Airport. 713/454-1940.
www.1940airterminal.org.
ALKEK VELODROME—The 333 meter track is banked nine to 33 degrees. 19008 Saums Road. In Cullen Park.
http://alkekvelodrome.org.
ALLEN’S LANDING—This park on Buffalo Bayou is where the Allen brothers arrived in 1836 to promote a new real estate venture: Houston. Several restored 19th-century buildings are now devoted to dining and entertainment. Entry is at the intersection of Commerce and Main streets.
www.buffalobayou.org/ visit/destination/allens-landing.
ART CAR MUSEUM—Custom decorated cars feature whimsical motifs—a motorcycle in a woman’s red high- heel shoe, and a giant polyester bunny. Many of the
Center on the Houston Baptist University campus. 281/649-3287.
www.hbu.edu/biblemuseum.
GULF GREYHOUND PARK—See TEXAS CITY- LA MARQUE.
HOUSTON ARBORETUM AND NATURE CENTER— This 155-acre nature sanctuary has more than five miles of trails. The center features interactive exhibits and aquariums. 4501 Woodway Drive. 713/681-8433.
www.houstonarboretum.org.
HOUSTON FIRE MUSEUM—Features the evolution of firefighting from the “bucket brigade” to modern vehicles. Collection includes an 1892 steam fire engine and an early 20th-century motorized pumper. Admission charge. 2403 Milam St. 713/524-2526.
www.houstonfiremuseum.org.
LAKE—Lake Houston—This City of Houston lake offers boat ramps, marinas, fishing and water sports. About 15 miles northeast of Houston via U.S. 59 or Beltway 8 to F.M. 1960. Also accessible from Humble. 713/440-1587.
LAKE HOUSTON WILDERNESS PARK—The park includes lodges, campsites, nature trails, and an equestrian area, as well as swimming, birding, hiking, biking and horseback riding. (The park does not furnish horses.) Admission charge. 25840 F.M. 1485 in New Caney. 281/354-6881.
www.houstontx.gov/ parks/ourparks/
lakehoustonpark.html.
MINUTE MAID PARK—The park is home to the Houston Astros, an American League club in Major League Baseball. The facility features a retractable roof, which ensures no weather delays. For groups of 25 or more, batting practice viewings,
and clubhouse tours, call 713/259-8996 or visit
http://houston.astros.mlb.com/hou/ballpark/tours/ index.jsp. 501 Crawford St. 713/259-8000.
http://astros.mlb.com/hou/ballpark.
MUSEUM DISTRICT—One of Houston’s most scenic areas, the Museum District is home to 18 institutions, restaurants and beautiful green spaces such as Hermann Park. The Mecom Fountain and the Sam Houston statue are must-sees.
http://houmuse.com. Byzantine Fresco Chapel—This museum features
13th-century frescoes from the island of Cyprus. One of the ancient frescoes depicts the Virgin Mary. Another fresco, a domed one that took four years to restore, depicts Christ as the ruler of all things. Corner of
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