home. Guides are available at downtown shops. Nominal guide fee. During the Christmas holidays, several historic sites are open to the public for viewing. Admission charge.
www.calverttx.com.
CAMERON POP. 5,349
ALT. 402 MAP O-18
CAMERON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 102 E. First St. 254/697-4979.
www.cameron-tx.com.
Downtown has been revitalized with the renovation of the Milam County Courthouse. Cameron lies on Texas 36, a segment of the Ports-to-Plains Highway connecting the state’s heartland to coastal ports. The city also is part of 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.
MILAM COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM—Exhibits include letters from the Republic of Texas era, Civil War and WWI, as well as local Native American artifacts, cowboy gear and weapons. 112 W. First St. 254/697-4770.
MILAM COUNTY JAIL MUSEUM—Restored county jail, built in 1895, includes sheriff’s quarters, jail cells, shackles and the gallows tower. 112 W. First St. 254/697-8963.
CANTON POP. 3,609
Young folklorico dancers make a sweet addition to the Dewberry Fest in Cameron.
CARROLLTON POP. 126,466
ALT. 470
CARROLLTON INFORMATION:
www.cityofcarrollton.com.
ALT. 540 MAP K-20
CANTON VISITORS BUREAU: 119 N. Buffalo 903/567-1849 or 877/462-7467.
www.visitcantontx.com.
This city is known as the site of First Monday Trade Days, held every Thursday through Sunday before the first Monday of each month, which is one of the nation’s largest flea market events. Canton is a National Main Street City with a historic
downtown that offers shopping, antiques and eateries. The area also offers two challenging golf courses, walking trails and fishing lakes.
CANTON PLAZA MUSEUM—Housed in the 1946 Plaza Theater building, this museum features one of the largest bell collections in the United States, a First Monday museum, the Kennedy collection of Native American artifacts and models, a restored 1938 fire engine and items from the Civil War era. 119 N. Buffalo St. 903/567-1849 or 877/462-7467.
SPLASH KINGDOM—This water park features slides, a lazy river, sand volleyball and a kids’ play castle. I-20 at F.M. 859. 903/567-0044. www.
splashkingdomwaterpark.com.
VAN ZANDT COUNTY VETERANS MEMORIAL PLAZA—Armaments from every branch of the military line a walkway that outlines the history of the U.S. military. 1200 S. Trade Days Blvd. 903/567-0657.
www.vzcm.org.
VAN ZANDT GENEALOGY & HISTORY LIBRARY— This facility is home to more than 75,000 pieces of research material on local families and the history of the area since settlement. Terrell Street at Texas 19. In the County Courthouse Annex. 903/567-5012.
WINERY—Savannah Winery & Bistro. See WINERIES listing.
YESTERLAND FARM—During fall and winter, this old- fashioned farm offers a pumpkin patch, corn maze, home-grown Christmas trees, games and miniature train rides. Admission charge. 15410 I-20. 903/567-2255.
http://yesterlandfarm.com.
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Carrollton is a vibrant community that has been named a national “Kid-Friendly City” and “Tree City USA.” It also boasts 15 miles of hike and bike trails. Historic downtown is home to antique and craft shops, restaurants and the Plaza Arts Center.
A.W. PERRY HOMESTEAD MUSEUM—This historic structure was built in 1909 from material salvaged from the first Perry home, which was built in 1857. Furnishings, tools and the adjacent barn offer a nostalgic look at an earlier time in Texas. Free. 1509 N. Perry Road. north of Belt Line Road and east of I-35. 972/466-6380.
ELM FORK NATURE PRESERVE—This 40-acre eco- system offers wooded trails for hiking. Free. 2335 Sandy Lake Road. In McInnish Park. 972/466-3080.
CEDAR HILL POP. 46,041
ALT. 880 MAP K-18/WW-6
CITY OF CEDAR HILL: Visitor Center is at 300 S. Houston St. 285 Uptown Blvd. 469/272-2902.
www.visitcedarhilltx.com.
Cedar Hill has the highest percentage of preserved open space of any city in the DFW metropolitan area.
CEDAR HILL STATE PARK—This park features 300 developed and walk-in campsites, as well as boat ramps giving access to 7,500-acre Joe Pool Lake. Off- road bicycle enthusiasts can enjoy 15 miles of biking trails in varied terrain. Admission charge. 1570 F.M. 1382. About 10 miles southwest of Dallas. 972/291- 3900.
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/cedar-hill. Penn Farm Agricultural History Center—
depicts farming right before and after World War II, showing the shift in agriculture from self-sufficient small farming to an agribusiness model. Exhibits are housed in a 1918 barn, a Model T garage and other restored structures. 972/291-3900.
DOGWOOD CANYON AUDUBON CENTER—More than 200 acres of pristine forest offer habitat for a unique combination of flora and fauna, including the endangered golden-cheeked warbler and black- chinned hummingbird. Includes a visitor center, two
MAP J-18/RR-7
canyon trails and programs. Free. 1206 F.M. 1382 W. 469/526-1980.
http://dogwoodcanyon.audubon.org.
CELINA POP. 6,744
ALT. 353 MAP H-18
GREATER CELINA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 972/382-3300.
www.celinachamber.org.
Celina became the site of the first road in the country built exclusively for automobiles—the Celina Pike. Today, this community retains its small-town feel. The historic downtown plaza features a war memorial, shops and
restaurants.The Celina Balloon Festival and Family Fun Day is held in October.
CELINA AREA HERITAGE MUSEUM—The museum houses memorabilia from the estate of Alla Hubbard. Displays include photographs, artifacts dating to the 1930s and World War II items. It also features rotating exhibits. Donations accepted. 211 W. Pecan St. on the city’s historic square. 972/382-3600.
WINERIES—Caudalie Crest and Eden Hill Vineyard. See WINERIES listing.
CENTERVILLE POP. 889
ALT. 353 MAP N-20
CENTERVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 903/536-7261.
www.centervilletexas.com.
FORT BOGGY STATE PARK—Spend the day picnicking, fishing or taking in the natural beauty of this serene day-use park. Set beside a picturesque lake well-suited to canoes or small boats, the park has nature trails and a picnic pavilion. Free. 4994 Texas 75 S. Four miles south of Centerville off Texas 75. 903/344-1116.
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/fort-boggy.
LEON COUNTY COURTHOUSE—After the original 1858 courthouse burned, a new courthouse was built in 1887 of slate bricks handmade near the site. It is one of the oldest such buildings in Texas. 204 E. St. Mary St. 936/436-4915.
CHAPPELL HILL POP. 636 (EST.)
ALT. 317 MAP P-19
CHAPPELL HILL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 9000 U.S. 290 E. 979/337-9910.
www.chappellhilltx.com.
This rural community still reflects the quiet pace of bygone times. The town has more than 25 Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks and 10 sites in the National Register of Historic Places, including the Main Street Historic District. Tours are available (979/836-6033). Events include the Bluebonnet Festival of Texas in the spring and the Scarecrow Festival in the fall.
CHAPPELL HILL HISTORICAL MUSEUM—Permanent exhibits portray the plantation economy, the Civil War period, the Reconstruction period, the schools that once existed here, and Polish immigration to the area. 9220 Poplar St. 979/836-6033.
www.chappellhillmuseum.org.
CHAPPELL HILL LAVENDER AND BERRY FARM— Cut your own lavender during harvest seasons (generally April-June and August-October). Berries also have been added to the fields. Group tours available by appointment. 2250 Dillard Road, eight miles north of Chappell Hill. 979/251-8114.
www.chappellhilllavender.com.
MASONIC CEMETERY—This scenic cemetery contains grave sites of heroes from the Texas Republic and the Confederacy, as well as children of William B. Travis, Jacob Haller (town founder) and other early Texas pioneers. Near 10500 Old Chappell Hill Road. North of town. 979/337-9910.
SCENIC DRIVE—F.M. 1155 north to Washington-on-the- Brazos State Historic Site winds through pastoral landscapes of Brazos River Valley, along a historic route used by early settlers.
WASHINGTON-ON-THE-BRAZOS STATE HISTORIC SITE—See WASHINGTON.
PHOTO: KEVIN STILLMAN/TXDOT
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