Comanche chief Peta Nocona and lived with the tribe until she was captured 24 years later with her 2-year- old daughter. She also was the mother of the last great Comanche chief, Quanah Parker. Cynthia Ann never became reconciled to her forced return to her white kin, and she tried several times to escape, but she never saw her Comanche family again. The fort features pioneer memorabilia, an
authentic log blockhouse and a stockade, and a two- story log cabin. A self-guided tour of the fort is available. Admission charge. 866 Park Road 36. Four miles north of town via Texas 14. 254/729-5253.
www.oldfortparker.org.
OLD SPRINGFIELD —This community was the county seat from 1838-73 and the only town in the county until 1870. A historical marker on Texas 14 near the entrance to Old Fort Parker details the history of the village; along the park entrance road is the old cemetery. Five miles north on Texas 14.
HALLETTSVILLE POP. 2,605
ALT. 232 MAP R-18
HALLETTSVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND AGRICULTURE: 1614 N. Texana St. 361/798-2662.
www.hallettsville.com.
This predominantly German/Czech community was named for Margaret Hallett, who gave the land for the town site. Ripley’s Believe it or Not! once called Hallettsville the “13” city: in 1913 it had 13 letters in the name, 1,300 population, 13 churches, 13 news- papers and 13 saloons. Events include the State Championship Domino
and Domino “42” Tournaments, State Championship Fiddler’s Frolics and the Kolache Fest.
LAVACA COUNTY COURTHOUSE —This renovated 1899 building, listed in the National Register of Historic Places, was modeled after the county courthouse in Pittsburgh, Pa. Visitors can see the original tile floor, artwork on doors and the magnificent grand staircase. Main Street at East Third Street.
LAVACA HISTORICAL MUSEUM —This museum features historical artifacts, restored structures, photos and furnishings from the area, plus an Old- Timers Baseball Hall of Fame. 1205 N. Texana St. 361/798-4113.
TEXAS CHAMPIONSHIP DOMINO HALL OF FAME AND TEXAS FIDDLERS HALL OF FAME —Highlights the history of dominoes and memorabilia honoring Texas fiddlers. Knights of Columbus Hall, U.S. 77 S. 361/798-2311.
VIETNAM VETERANS MEMORIAL —An AH-1 Cobra helicopter, flags and plaque commemorate Lavaca County men who died in the conflict. 1614 N. Texana St. Near the chamber of commerce. 361/798-2662.
WINERY —Darcy’s Vineyard. See WINERIES listing.
HAMILTON POP. 2,977
ALT. 1,154
HAMILTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 204 E. Main St. 254/386-3216.
www.hamiltontexas.com.
This community was plagued by Comanche raids in its early years. On the courthouse lawn stands a memorial to Anne Whitney, a frontier schoolteacher killed defending students during a raid. Surrounding the courthouse are a variety of shops and restaurants. Historic homes dot city streets and country lanes.
Hamilton Civic Theatre offers performances
throughout the year, and the Hamilton County Dove Festival celebrates the start of hunting season.
HAMILTON COUNTY COURTHOUSE —Built in 1887, this building was completely remodeled to a different architectural style in 1931. Today the building is in the National Register of Historic Places and was renovated in 2012. Historic documents, pictures and artifacts are on display on the first floor. Also on the grounds is a
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historical marker for Elsie Waerenskjold, a pioneer whose writings brought many settlers to Texas from her native Norway. 101 E. Henry. 254/386-3815.
HAMILTON COUNTY MUSEUM —Local artifacts and memorabilia are housed on the first floor of the old jail. Cells on the second floor are still intact. 113 W. Henry St.
www.hamiltoncountymuseum.com.
WINERY —Red Wing Dove Winery. See WINERIES listing.
HEARNE POP. 4,486
ALT. 287 MAP O-18
HEARNE RAILROAD DEPOT MUSEUM AND VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER: 309 N. Market St. (Texas 6). 979/820-0066.
www.hearnetexas.info.
Known as “The Crossroads of Texas,” this city lies at the intersection of U.S. 79, U.S. 190 and Texas 6, as well as the state’s major east-west and north-south rail lines. Two historic through-truss bridges are near F.M. 1644 between Hearne and Calvert. The Providence and Wildcat bridges, made from parts of an 1896 bridge in the area, were moved to span the Little Brazos River.
CAMP HEARNE —Prisoners of war in this WWII camp passed the time with elaborate stage productions and the construction of numerous castles and fountains using available native materials. Remnants and artifacts from their projects can be seen today, along with an exhibit on life in the camp in a replica army barracks. Group tours may be arranged with the visitor center. 12424 Camp Hearne Third St. Off F.M. 485 between Airport Road and Fairgrounds Road. 979/314-7012.
www.camphearne.com.
HEARNE RAILROAD DEPOT MUSEUM —This restored 1901 depot building at the crossing of two major rail lines features antique furnishings, local history items and railroad memorabilia. Also includes the visitor center. 309 N. Market St. At U.S. 79/Texas 6 and West Ninth Street. 979/820-0066.
www.hearnetexas.info.
HICO POP. 1,356
ALT. 1,006 MAP L-16
HICO VISITOR INFORMATION: 254/796-4620 x2.
www.hico-tx.com.
Pronounced “HIGH-coe,” the city was named by the founder after his hometown in Kentucky. The downtown area features antique stores, an artist studio and restaurants. The historic home of famous photog rapher Frank Rufus Wiseman, at 406 W. Grubbs Road, houses a chocolate company and antiques.
One of the oldest Old Settler’s Reunions, dating
from 1882, is held each July. The largest steak cook- off in Texas is on the third Saturday in May.
BILLY THE KID MUSEUM —According to Hico legend, Billy the Kid wasn’t killed by Pat Garrett, but died of a heart attack in Hico at age 90. No matter how Ollie L. “Brushy Bill” Roberts—alias Billy the Kid—died, the legend lives on. The museum features related memorabilia. 114 N. Pecan St. 254/796-2523.
www.billythekidmuseum.com.
HILLSBORO POP. 8,235
ALT. 450–880 MAP L-17
HILLSBORO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OFFICE AND VISITOR CENTER: In the old MK&T Railroad depot. 115 N. Covington. 254/582-2481 or 800/445-5726.
www.hillsborochamber.org.
The area is a gateway to Lake Whitney and the home of Hill College. Hillsboro has many restored Victorian homes. The downtown area offers antique shops and a historic square. Hillsboro was one of the first designated Main Street cities in the nation. The Outlets at Hillsboro on I-35 feature brand-name shopping at discount prices.
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www.GrapevineTexasUSA.com or call 817-410-3185.
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