Columbus, Texas
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21miles Northeast of ColumbusFayette County Lake is a power plant cooling reservoir. It was impounded in 1978, has 2,400 surface acres and a maximum depth of 70 feet. ... continue
Attractions and Upcoming Events
Mary Elizabeth Hopkins Santa Claus Museum
The Mary Elizabeth Hopkins Santa Claus Museum showcases more than 2,000 Santas; old, new, foreign and American, in various media. Someone once told Mary Elizabeth Hopkins that if you have three or more of anything, then you are a collector. Hopkins was certainly that!
Columbus, TX Museums
Historic Sites in Columbus
Medallions of the State Historical Survey Committee have been placed on almost 80 sites in Columbus. The newest concept in providing historical and architectural information is the unique "Talking Houses"
Columbus, TX Tours
2nd Largest Live Oak in Texas
Tree lovers must see the Second Largest Recorded Live Oak Tree in Texas. This massive tree is recognized by the Texas Forest Service among their "Registry of Champion Big Trees," and is believed to be the 2nd largest in the state. Thought to be approximately 500
Columbus, TX Natural Attractions
Preston Kyle Shatto Wildlife Museum
There are currently more than 75 different species of wildlife exhibited in the Shatto Museum, including Africa's "Big Five" - elephant, rhinoceros, lion, leopard, cape buffalo - and a white rhinoceros, one of only two on exhibit in the United States.
Columbus, TX Museums
Things to do near Columbus, TX
Rockwood Golf Course -Blue/Red
Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
Cavanaugh Flight Museum
The Cavanaugh Flight Museum chronicles history from World Wars I & II and Korea. You'll see aircraft refurbished to the condi...
Lake Waco Country Club -Par 3
Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
Star of the Republic Museum
In Washington-on-the-Brazos State Park, the Star of the Republic Museum is dedicated to presenting the history of the Texas R...
Tin Building Theatre
Located behind the historic Bosque Conservatory, the Tin Building Theatre is a unique space - a simple exterior with a state ...