OLD STONE FORT—In 1936, original stones from Don Antonio Gil Y’Barbo’s 1779 house were used to build the present structure on the Stephen F. Austin University campus. This landmark contains an exhibit on the history of the house plus changing exhibits. 936/468-2408.
www.sfasu.edu/stonefort.
PINEYWOODS NATIVE PLANT CENTER—The 42-acre garden is home to endangered-plant research and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Demonstration Garden, a satellite of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin. The Ina Brundrett Conservation Education building was added in 2014. 2900 Raguet St. 936/468-1832.
http://sfagardens.sfasu.edu.
RAILROAD DEPOT—The Houston East and West Texas Railway came to town in 1883, Southern Pacific Railroad purchased HE&WT in 1899. In 1911, SPR built the current depot after lightning caused a fire that burned the original building. Passenger service stopped in 1954. 101 Old Tyler Road. Corner of West Main and Old Tyler Road. 936/560-4441.
RUBY M. MIZE AZALEA GARDEN—Texas’ largest azalea garden features thousands of azaleas spread over eight forested acres. Peak bloom time is late March-first week of April. South of the SFA Johnson Coliseum on University Drive. 936/468-1832.
http://sfagardens.sfasu.edu.
The Anderson County courthouse in Palestine was built 1913-14 in a Beaux-Arts style.
LAKE BOB SANDLIN STATE PARK—The lake offers great bass fishing and is a popular destination for the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Enjoy boating, hiking and wildlife viewing. Campers choose from water/electric sites, screened shelters or limited-use cabins. Admission charge. Twelve miles south of Mount Pleasant on F.M. 21. 903/572-5531.
www.tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-bob-sandlin.
MASTER GARDENS NATURE TRAIL—This work in progress has demonstration beds filled with Texas superstars. Enjoy an East Texas nature trail, iris beds, rainwater harvesting, bluebird houses, sunflower bed and wetland bogs. 1708 Industrial Road. At the Titus County Extension property.
MOUNT PLEASANT HISTORICAL MUSEUM—See a collection of photographs from the original pioneers, Caddo artifacts, old farm implements and other items. 213 N. Madison. 903/575-4180.
www.mpcity.net.
NORTHEAST TEXAS BLUEBIRD TRAIL—A self-guided tour through country roads in Titus County follows an established trail of bluebird nesting places. Map and directions available at chamber of commerce. 1604 N. Jefferson. 903/572-8567.
SWEET SHOP USA CHOCOLATE FACTORY TOUR— Visitors will see kettles bubbling with fresh chocolate, caramel or toffee. Watch as chocolatiers roll, dip and decorate each truffle by hand. 1316 Industrial Road. 800/222-2269.
www.sweetshopusa.com.
TITUS COUNTY PARK—On the south shore of Lake Monticello, this park offers a boat ramp, camping and picnic areas, hookups and a dump station. Day-use and camping fees. About 10 miles southwest of Mount Pleasant via F.M. 127 to town of Monticello; south on local road to the park and lake. 903/572-2398.
NACOGDOCHES POP. 33,103
ALT. 283 MAP M-22/FF-2
NACOGDOCHES CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU: 200 E. Main St. 888/653-3788.
www.visitnacogdoches.org.
The “Oldest Town in Texas” is named for the Caddo tribe that once lived in the area. It remained a Caddo settlement until 1716 when Spain established a mission there. In 1779, it received a designation from Spain as a “pueblo,” or town, and Antonio Gil Y’Barbo, a prominent Spanish trader, was named Lt. Governor. For more than 100 years, Nacogdoches was the major eastern gateway to Texas. While six flags have flown over Texas, nine flags,
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including those of three abortive republics, flew over Nacogdoches. Numerous landmarks and museums pay tribute to the town’s historic past. The city also is home to Stephen F. Austin State University. Annual events include the Azalea Trail, Texas Blue- berry Festival, Freedom Fest and Nine Flags Festival.
DURST-TAYLOR HISTORIC HOUSE & GARDENS—This 1835 home was occupied by several great Texas pioneers. The house reflects the 1840s-60s, when the Blackburn family lived there. The grounds include a blacksmith shop, smokehouse and historic gardens. Donations welcome. 304 North St. 936/560-4443.
www.ci.nacogdoches.tx.us/index.aspx?NID=693.
LAKES—Lake Nacogdoches—Lake parks have boat ramps and a nature trail. Activities include fishing, pic- nicking and swimming. No camping allowed. About nine miles from Nacogdoches on F.M. 225. 936/559-2960. Lake Naconiche—On Naconiche and Telesco
creeks, 14 miles northeast of Nacogdoches off Texas 59. 936/559-9038.
LANANA CREEK TRAIL—The historic trail runs five- plus miles along Lanana Creek, following paths once used by Caddo Indians and Spanish Explorers. Begins at Liberty Hall on East Main Street.
www.ci.nacogdoches.tx.us/index.aspx?NID=899.
MILLARD’S CROSSING HISTORIC VILLAGE—On 37 acres north of the city, this reconstructed village has a sampling of East Texas architecture from a simple log cabin to the Victorian era, all furnished with antiques. Admission charge. 6020 North St. (U.S. 59 north). 936/564-6631.
www.millardscrossing.org.
NACOGDOCHES COUNTY MASTER GARDEN DEMONSTRATION GARDEN—The seven-acre garden demonstrates the many aspects of ornamental gardening, fruit and vegetable production, or turf grass management. Free. Corner of East Main Street and University Drive. 888/653-3788.
OAK GROVE CEMETERY—Graves date from 1837. Several have interesting monuments. Four signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence, including Thomas J. Rusk, are buried here. On North Lanana Street at Hospital Street.
OLD NACOGDOCHES UNIVERSITY BUILDING—The 1859 Greek Revival building housed a university chartered by the Republic. Today, it houses a museum dedicated to education in Texas during the 19th century along with items from its time as a Confederate Hospital. Mound and Hughes streets on Washington Square. 936/569-7292.
www.olduniversitybuilding.com.
STEPHEN F. AUSTIN MAST ARBORETUM—Started in 1985, this was the first arboretum at a university in Texas. It includes 19 acres of rare trees, shrubs, vines and ground covers; a children’s garden along the Lanana Creek Trail; and the Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden. Wilson Drive north of the SFA Intramural Fields. 936/468-1832.
http://sfagardens.sfasu.edu.
STERNE-HOYA HOUSE MUSEUM & LIBRARY—The house was built in 1830 by Adolphus Sterne, a prominent merchant and Texas revolution leader. Collection includes Hoya objects from the Victorian era, plus Sterne objects from the Empire period. A small reference library is available. Donations welcome. 211 S. Lanana St. 936/560-5426.
www.ci.nacogdoches.tx.us.
NEW LONDON POP. 996
ALT. 507 MAP K-21
OVERTON-NEW LONDON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 121 E. Henderson St. 903/834-3542.
www.onlchamber.org.
The name New London was chosen since there was a post office already named London in Texas. A tragic school explosion occurred in 1937. A cenotaph of Texas granite was placed in front of the new school in 1939.
LONDON MUSEUM AND TEA ROOM—This small museum recalls the horror of the 1937 school explosion that rocked the nation and displays reminders. A tearoom serves light lunches on weekdays. Admission charge. On Texas 42, across from the rebuilt school. 903/895-4602.
www.newlondonschool.org/Museum.htm.
NEWTON POP. 2,449
ALT. 190 MAP N-24
NEWTON VISITOR CENTER: 201 W. Court St. 409/379-5527.
www.newton-texas.com.
Newton is the seat of the eastern-most county in Texas. The city’s motto is “Clean Air, Fresh Water and Friendly People.” There are several Texas historical markers and medallions throughout the county. Newton County sees more than 220 species of birds and is home to four birding sites on the Big Thicket Loop of the Great Texas Coastal Birding Trail. Caney Creek Park features a walking trail around
ponds and fountains. At Texas 87 and U.S. 190. Call 409/379-5527, or visit
www.newton-texas.com. W.H. Ford College/Powell Hotel Museum, on the
Historic Courthouse Square, represents the education and culture of Newton County beginning in 1889. Open by appointment. Call 409/379-2109.
PHOTO: KEVIN STILLMAN/TXDOT
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