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Come visit us in Kountze, Texas
Built in 1902 by timber tycoon John Henry Kirby for his brother James. The house was occupied by his family for 85 years. The mansion is now owned by the Hardin County Arts and Educational Foundation and features furnishings, photos, papers, and artifacts dating back to 1832
Kountze, TX MuseumsFeatures folk art, artifacts, and other media to preserve the pioneer spirit of rural East Texas. In scenic Big Thicket area, exhibits also include farm animals. From Kountze, Texas 326 south 13 mi.; F.M. 421 east 1.2
Kountze, TX MuseumsDetails about the Big Thicket National Preserve, interpretive panels, information on trails and boating. Hiking trails of various lengths have interpretive panels at several locations. 7 mi. north of Kountze on F.M. 420
Kountze, TX Information CentersHistorical exhibits, including antique dolls, old buggy, are in restored historic bank building on square. Texas Tearoom is o...
Former Texas Governor and Mrs. Allan Shivers made a gift of this restored Victorian home to the people of Woodville. Among ha...
Houses many of famed industralist's patents and business artifacts; some of his early earth-moving equipment on display. On L...
General history museum in 1925-vintage Gilmer Post Office building on courthouse square. Chronological exhibits including Cad...
Located in the heart of the Ginocchio National Historic District, the prominent Texas and Pacific Depot houses both a train d...