Prairies and Lakes, Texas
"Prairies and Lakes." Does that title really tell the tale? Well, yes-and no. Prairies and Lakes paints merely the pastoral brush strokes in this region's richly textured panorama. The full picture emerges only when you add the dynamic cities, charming communities, and colorful history that enliven this attraction-packed section of Texas.
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Tate-Brandon House Museum
The Industrial Revolution brought about the increased substitution of machinery for human effort. By the mid-1800'
Columbus, TX MuseumsLeon County Courthouse
When the Leon County Courthouse burned in 1885, the smoke had scarcely died away before a contract was let to erect a new one. Completed in 1887, the "new" courthouse was built of slate bricks handmade near the site. The courthouse is one of the oldest such buildings in Texas, and is listed on the <
Centerville, TX Historic CourthousesBenbrook Lake Fishing
Benbrook Lake provides many excellent fishing opportunities, especially with its urban location. Texas Parks and Wildlife stocks the lake every few years and Benbrook was one of the first Texas lakes to be stocked with Florida-strain largemouth bass in the early 1980
, TX FishingAustin County Jail
The historic Austin County Jail served the county from 1896 through 1992
Bellville, TX Historic BuildingsBenbrook Lake Trails
Fort Worth Trinity Trail - The City of Fort Worth has approximately twenty-five miles of paved hike &
, TX TrailsKaty Hamman Stricker Library
Built in 1909 by the American Women's League (AWL), the building was the first AWL Chapter House in Texas and one of the first four built in the country. The design incorporates progressive turn-of-the-century "Prairie School"
Calvert, TX MuseumsSts Peter & Paul Catholic Church
Built in 1928 for a mere $10,000, Sts. Peter &
Columbus, TX Historic Churches