Anna decreed that captives draw from a pot that contained 159 white beans and 17 black beans, and those who drew black beans were executed. The 48- foot stone, bronze and polychrome monument is a tomb for the Republic of Texas patriots. The site hosts a Texas Heroes Day event on the Saturday closest to Sept. 18. 414 State Loop 92. 979/968-5658.
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/monument-hill- kreische-brewery.
Kreische Brewery State Historic Site—German
immigrant Heinrich Kreische purchased this property along the river and started one of the state’s first commercial breweries. A nature trail featuring a scenic bluff overlooking the Colorado River connects the monument site to the brewery site. Donations accepted. Free. 414 State Loop 92. 979/968-5658.
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/monument-hill- kreische-brewery.
SCENIC DRIVES—Follow U.S. 77 southwest to F.M. 2436 to Hostyn. Stop by the Holy Rosary Catholic Church to see the Hostyn Grotto. The first Texas highway roadside park is 10 miles west on Texas 71; it includes a scenic overlook of Colorado River Valley. The area is especially pretty during wildflower season in late March and early April.
STUERMER STORE-GENERAL STORE—See GIDDINGS.
TEXAS CZECH HERITAGE AND CULTURAL CENTER— This site includes a replica of a Czech village, a wall of the names of Czech settlers who helped to found the city, walking trails with signs in English and Czech, and a gift shop. 250 W. Fairgrounds Road. 888/785-4500.
www.czechtexas.org.
TEXAS QUILT MUSEUM—Features changing exhibits with a variety of quilts from antique to contemporary and avant garde. Admission charge. 140 W. Colorado St. 979/968-3104.
www.texasquiltmuseum.org.
WINEDALE HISTORICAL CENTER—See ROUND TOP.
WINERIES—Rohan Meadery and Rosemary’s Vineyard & Winery. See WINERIES listing.
LANCASTER POP. 37,314
ALT. 512 MAP K-18/WW-8
LANCASTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITOR CENTER: 103 N. Dallas Ave. 972/227-2579.
www.lancastertx.org.
Lancaster retains the feel of a small town. Some of the finest Victorian homes in the county are found here. During the Civil War, a pistol factory here produced the huge Colt .44 Dragoon revolver that collectors call the “Tucker & Sherrod Confederate Colt.” Memorabilia of the factory are in the city library. The city is home to Cedar Valley College and the
University of North Texas-Dallas. The 18-hole Country View Golf Club offers quality golf for all skill levels. Bear Creek Nature Preserve features primitive camping, birding and equestrian trails.
COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE WING—The Dallas/Fort Worth Wing of the CAF features warbirds, as well as a collection of WWII artifacts. The prize of the collection,
MUSIC IN LA GRANGE AN OLD WWII ARMY BARRACKS in La Grange now serves a new pur- pose—renovated and named The Bugle Boy, it’s a “listening room” for singers and songwriters. Unlike a typical concert hall, talking is not permitted during a performance, allowing performers to create an intimate show for an attentive audience.
www.thebugleboy.org
★ 140 The Western Days Festival is held in Lewisville in the fall.
one of two remaining flyable Japanese Zeros, usually is here February-April for maintenance. 720 Ferris Road. At Lancaster airport on F.M. 1382 (Belt Line Road.), six miles east of I-35E. 817/269-4081.
LEONARD POP. 2,063
ALT. 602 MAP H-19
LEONARD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 903/587-0248.
http://leonardchamber.com.
Surrounding the city are two historic thickets: Wildcat Thicket to the south and Bois D’arc Thicket to the north. The city’s annual picnic, a tradition since 1880, is the third weekend in July.
LEONARD HISTORICAL MUSEUM—This museum features a collection of artifacts from the city’s past, including antique household items. In the historic square on South Connett Street. 903/587-2212.
MAMA MURIEL’S DOLL MUSEUM—In the Grove Hill area, about five miles northeast of town, this 2,500-square-foot facility features thousands of dolls, from Madame Alexander to the Civil War era. Admission charge. 5285 F.M. 1553. 903/587-3655.
LEWISVILLE POP. 100,237
ALT. 490 MAP J-18/QQ-6
LEWISVILLE CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU: 100 N. Charles. 972/219-3401 or 800/657-9571.
www.visitlewisville.com.
The city hugs the south shore of Lewisville Lake. A city park offers fishing, boating, birding, picnic areas, camping and other recreational opportunities. There are several golf courses, including replicas from 18 of the nation’s toughest courses at Tour 18 and re- creations of the best courses in Scotland at The Tribute.
DISTILLERY—Quentin D. Witherspoon Distillery. See BREWERIES AND DISTILLERIES listing.
LAKE—Lewisville Lake—This Army Corps of Engineers reservoir has several parks and marinas that offer fishing, boating, swimming, picnicking and camping. Adjacent to Lewisville, in the north side of
the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. Also accessible from Denton, Frisco and The Colony. 972/219-3550.
www.cityoflewisville.com.
LEWISVILLE LAKE ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING AREA NATURE PRESERVE—This 2,000-acre urban wilderness on the Trinity River offers four hiking trails, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, birding, an 1870s pioneer homestead (tours available by request) and primitive camping. 201 E. Jones St. 972/219-3930 or 972/219-7980.
http://llela.unt.edu.
MCL GRAND—Arts facility in Old Town hosts live music, theater performances and art exhibits. 100 N. Charles St. 972/219-8446.
www.mclgrand.com.
OLD TOWN—The city’s unique store fronts, some dating from the turn of the century, are home to a variety of shops, restaurants and a community theater. A park offers water play areas, gardens and special stage events. Exit 452 from I-35 E. and go east on Main Street to Old Town.
LEXINGTON POP. 1,149
ALT. 456
LEXINGTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 979/773-4337.
www.lexingtontexas.com.
Events include the Chocolate Lovers’ Festival in October and Homecoming on the first weekend in May.
LEXINGTON LOG CABINS & HERITAGE CENTER— Three authentic log cabins were relocated near town square. One was built by George Washington Guthrie, a veteran of the battle of San Jacinto and the Civil War. The center features local and pioneer history and special exhibits. 524 Fourth St. 979/773-8400.
LOCKHART POP. 13,098
ALT. 518
LOCKHART CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 702 S. Commerce St. 512/398-2818.
www.lockhartchamber.com.
The city is named for Byrd Lockhart, a pioneer surveyor. The town was a southern terminus of the
PHOTO: WILL VAN OVERBEEK/TXDOT MAP Q-17 MAP P-18
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68 |
Page 69 |
Page 70 |
Page 71 |
Page 72 |
Page 73 |
Page 74 |
Page 75 |
Page 76 |
Page 77 |
Page 78 |
Page 79 |
Page 80 |
Page 81 |
Page 82 |
Page 83 |
Page 84 |
Page 85 |
Page 86 |
Page 87 |
Page 88 |
Page 89 |
Page 90 |
Page 91 |
Page 92 |
Page 93 |
Page 94 |
Page 95 |
Page 96 |
Page 97 |
Page 98 |
Page 99 |
Page 100 |
Page 101 |
Page 102 |
Page 103 |
Page 104 |
Page 105 |
Page 106 |
Page 107 |
Page 108 |
Page 109 |
Page 110 |
Page 111 |
Page 112 |
Page 113 |
Page 114 |
Page 115 |
Page 116 |
Page 117 |
Page 118 |
Page 119 |
Page 120 |
Page 121 |
Page 122 |
Page 123 |
Page 124 |
Page 125 |
Page 126 |
Page 127 |
Page 128 |
Page 129 |
Page 130 |
Page 131 |
Page 132 |
Page 133 |
Page 134 |
Page 135 |
Page 136 |
Page 137 |
Page 138 |
Page 139 |
Page 140 |
Page 141 |
Page 142 |
Page 143 |
Page 144 |
Page 145 |
Page 146 |
Page 147 |
Page 148 |
Page 149 |
Page 150 |
Page 151 |
Page 152 |
Page 153 |
Page 154 |
Page 155 |
Page 156 |
Page 157 |
Page 158 |
Page 159 |
Page 160 |
Page 161 |
Page 162 |
Page 163 |
Page 164 |
Page 165 |
Page 166 |
Page 167 |
Page 168 |
Page 169 |
Page 170 |
Page 171 |
Page 172 |
Page 173 |
Page 174 |
Page 175 |
Page 176 |
Page 177 |
Page 178 |
Page 179 |
Page 180 |
Page 181 |
Page 182 |
Page 183 |
Page 184 |
Page 185 |
Page 186 |
Page 187 |
Page 188 |
Page 189 |
Page 190 |
Page 191 |
Page 192 |
Page 193 |
Page 194 |
Page 195 |
Page 196 |
Page 197 |
Page 198 |
Page 199 |
Page 200 |
Page 201 |
Page 202 |
Page 203 |
Page 204 |
Page 205 |
Page 206 |
Page 207 |
Page 208 |
Page 209 |
Page 210 |
Page 211 |
Page 212 |
Page 213 |
Page 214 |
Page 215 |
Page 216 |
Page 217 |
Page 218 |
Page 219 |
Page 220 |
Page 221 |
Page 222 |
Page 223 |
Page 224 |
Page 225 |
Page 226 |
Page 227 |
Page 228 |
Page 229 |
Page 230 |
Page 231 |
Page 232 |
Page 233 |
Page 234 |
Page 235 |
Page 236 |
Page 237 |
Page 238 |
Page 239 |
Page 240 |
Page 241 |
Page 242 |
Page 243 |
Page 244 |
Page 245 |
Page 246 |
Page 247 |
Page 248 |
Page 249 |
Page 250 |
Page 251 |
Page 252 |
Page 253 |
Page 254 |
Page 255 |
Page 256 |
Page 257 |
Page 258 |
Page 259 |
Page 260 |
Page 261 |
Page 262 |
Page 263 |
Page 264 |
Page 265 |
Page 266 |
Page 267 |
Page 268
