MAGNOLIA POP. 1,584
ALT. 218
MAP P-20
CITY OF MAGNOLIA:
www.cityofmagnolia.com or
www.magnoliatexas.org.
Settled in the late 1840s and named Mink’s Prairie for one of its early settlers, Magnolia was renamed for the magnolia trees in the bottoms of Mill Creek. The city is the Official Host City of the Texas Renaissance Festival. During its run, the city offers free shuttle service from local inns to the festival.
BREWERY—Lone Star Brewery. See BREWERIES AND DISTILLERIES listing.
HISTORIC DEPOT COMPLEX —The complex includes the Magnolia Depot Museum, a covered pavilion, the historic office and barbershop of the late Dr. Ware, an antique sawmill, and the Houston Area Blacksmith’s Association facility. Designated a Union Pacific Railroad Town, Magnolia celebrates its heritage each April with Depot Day. Donations accepted.
www.magnoliatxhistoricalsociety.com.
TEXAS RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL —Named the Best Cultural Festival by USA Today and 10Best, the nation’s largest Renaissance theme park is open for eight themed weekends in October and November. The 55- acre village comes alive with hundreds of costumed performers and more than 200 daily shows. Activities include jousting matches, human-powered rides and games, a Grand Parade and fireworks at dusk. Admission charge. 800/458-3435.
www.texrenfest.com.
MARSHALL POP. 24,036
ALT. 375 MAP K-22/FF-21
MARSHALL CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU: 301 N. Washington. 903/702-7777.
www.visitmarshalltexas.org.
Founded in 1841, this East Texas community is a history buff’s delight with more than 100 historical markers and medallions, plus several listed in the National Register of Historical Places. It is named after U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Marshall. The first and last Civil War governors, Edward Clark and Pendleton Murrah, were from Marshall. Marshall is the perfect place for travelers interested
in heritage tourism. It has the distinction of having had seven sovereign flags—Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, the Southern Confederacy, the state of Missouri, and the United States. Explore the region’s industrial past by visiting
historic sawmills, iron ore-furnaces and oil derricks. Learn about the African-American communities. Marshall celebrates the arts year-round and is the
Birthplace of the Boogie Woogie. CADDO LAKE STATE PARK —See JEFFERSON.
GINOCCHIO NATIONAL HISTORIC DISTRICT —Three square blocks in the heart of old downtown surround the 1896 Ginocchio Hotel, 800 N. Washington. Another feature is the white-frame Allen house, a typical example of early Texas architecture, circa 1877. 610 N. Washington St. 903/702-7777.
HARRISON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM —Exhibits depict the history of Marshall and Harrison County. In the 1901 Harrison County Courthouse. 903/935-8417.
www.harrisoncountymuseum.org.
LAKES — Brandy Branch Reservoir — This power plant cooling reservoir includes a boat ramp and limited bank fishing. Between Marshall and Longview, off I-20 on F.M. 3251.
MARSHALL DEPOT AND MUSEUM —Exhibits railroad memorabilia and city artifacts. Learn the history of the Texas and Pacific Railroad. Includes a gift shop, Amtrak’s ticket counter and waiting area. Special tours may be arranged for groups of 10 or more. 800 N. Washington St. 903/938-9495.
MICHELSON ART MUSEUM —Features the work of late Russian American post-impressionist Leo Michelson. The museum also displays early 20th-century artists and a collection of rare African masks. Admission
PHOTO: WILL VAN OVERBEEK/TXDOT
1860 C.R. 2724. From U.S. 69 turn east on Loop 564, then right on C.R. 2724. 800/646-3652.
www.mineola.com.
RAILROAD MUSEUM —Includes memorabilia and documents from the early railroad days in Mineola when sweet potatoes and watermelon were shipped throughout the country. Nearby is a restored caboose. 115 W. Front St. 800/646-3652.
www.mineola.com.
MONTGOMERY POP. 682
ALT. 286 MAP P-20
CITY OF MONTGOMERY: 101 Old Plantersville Road. 936/597-6434.
www.montgomerytexas.gov.
The city was established in 1837 as the second of Stephen F. Austin’s colonies. Dr. Charles Bellinger Stewart, a town resident from 1838-85, designed the first Republic of Texas flag and official seal. In 1997, then-Gov. George W. Bush signed a resolution officially proclaiming Montgomery County as the “Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag.” Many historic homes and buildings are located
throughout the city. Find a self-guided City Tour at the N.H. Davis Museum Complex or area businesses. Events include Christmas in Historic Montgomery in
December, Historic Montgomery Food and Wine Trail in September, Lonestar First Saturday, and Antique Festival and Appraisal Day the first weekend in May.
Texas Forestry Museum in Lufkin has a fire lookout tower.
charge. 216 N. Bolivar St. 903/935-9480.
www.michelsonmuseum.org.
STARR FAMILY HOME STATE HISTORIC SITE — The home tells the story of the Starr family and their important role in the settlement of Texas after the Civil War. The centerpiece of this Texas Historical Commission property is the Maplecroft mansion. Admission charge. 407 W. Travis St. 903/935-3044.
www.visitstarrfamilyhome.com.
MINEOLA POP. 4,721
ALT. 414 MAP J-20
MINEOLA TOURISM DEPARTMENT: Mineola Chamber of Commerce: 101 E. Broad St. 903/569-2087 or 800/646-3652.
www.mineola.com.
The town was established near an artesian well used by traders. It is in the National Register of Historic Places and is a National Main Street City. Historic Mineola offers specialty shops and art galleries. Downtown offers restaurants along with the Select Theater and Lake Country Playhouse (903/569-2300). Mineola also has bed-and-breakfast inns. The restored 1906 Depot, which houses the Railroad Museum, is a daily Amtrak Texas Eagle stop (800/USA-Rail). Festivals include Main Street Wine Fest, Bigfoot
Meets NatureFest, Mays Days, MLOTA’s Art Festival and Quilt Show, Ironhorse and Holiday of Lights.
LAKES — Lake Hawkins — One of four small Wood County lakes. Parks offer boating, fishing and camping. Northwest of Hawkins and U.S. 80 via F.M. 14. 903/857-2311.
Lake Holbrook — This Wood County lake has parks
at lakeside with camping, picnicking, swimming and fishing. Four miles northwest of Mineola off U.S. 69. 903/569-6351.
MINEOLA HISTORIC MUSEUM —The museum features the history of Mineola, including a working telegraph office and sewing parlor. Exhibits feature the Select Theater, Gov. James Hogg, MHS, black history, and the military. Free. 114 N. Pacific. In the old post office building. 800/646-3652.
www.mineola.com.
MINEOLA NATURE PRESERVE —On the Sabine River, the preserve’s 3,000 acres offer birding, hiking, biking, equestrian trails, fishing, archery range and a playground. An annual NatureFest is held in October.
FERNLAND HISTORICAL PARK —A 19th-century village is re-created with historic homes and buildings dating from 1820-60s, including the city’s oldest home, the Arnold-Simonton house (1845). 770 Clepper. 936/597-6434.
www.fernland.org.
N.H. DAVIS MUSEUM COMPLEX & MUSEUM —This log house was built in 1851 for local attorney Nathan H. Davis. Furniture and household items reflect the period. A copy of Dr. Charles B. Stewart’s original drawing of his design of the Republic of Texas flag hangs in the museum. 308 Liberty St. 936/597-4360.
WINERY —Cork This! See WINERIES listing.
MOUNT PLEASANT POP. 16,150
ALT. 416 MAP H-21
MOUNT PLEASANT/TITUS COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 1604 N. Jefferson. 903/572-8567.
www.mtpleasanttx.com.
The town was named by a Caddo tribe attracted to the area by the mineral springs. This is a Texas Main Street City. The historic downtown district hosts specialty shops, tearooms, the Titus County Courthouse, the Titus County Veterans Memorial, Bell Tower and the Confederate Monument. Nearby West New Hope Methodist Church, built in 1909, includes a mural inside painted by local artist David Freeman. (903/524-2312). It is home to Northeast Texas Community College and the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts. Visit
www.ntcc.edu. Boating, fishing, camping and water skiing
opportunities are found on nearby lakes. Dellwood Park is a 25-acre wooded area where a mineral springs resort once stood. Larry Lawrence Antique Cars and Parts features
restored and vintage vehicles, and auto memorabilia. Call 903/572-2589, or visit
www.larrylawrence.com.
LAKES — Lake Bob Sandlin — This reservoir on the Big Cypress River offers marinas, fishing, camping, cabins and boat ramps. Parks include Bob Sandlin State Park and Titus County Park. South of Mount Pleasant, also accessible from Pittsburg. Lake Cypress Springs is adjacent (see Mount Vernon). Monticello Reservoir — This companion
impoundment to Lake Bob Sandlin is popular for bass fishing. Parks offer boat ramps, picnicking and camping. Eight miles southwest of Mount Pleasant via F.M. 127. 214/812-8699. Welsh Reservoir — This impoundment offers a boat
ramp and fishing access. Southeast of Mount Pleasant off F.M. 1735 Also accessible from Pittsburg.
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