Groom was named for an early cattleman, B.B. Groom. The town site was laid off in 1903 near the Chicago, Rock Island, and Gulf Railroad in the southeastern corner of Carson County.
Farming and ranching are the primary agribusiness products, and the area also has resources from oil and gas. Be sure to visit the Blessed Mary Restaurant, the non-profit eatery with only a jug for a cash register and all proceeds are donated to charities. Located off I-40 on exit 112.
Standing tall above the flat prairie is a cross 190 feet tall which can be seen for almost 20 miles. The arms of the cross are 110 ft. wide. The structure weighs 2-1/2 million pounds (including foundation). At the intersection if I-40 and F.M. 295
Groom, TX ShrinesLearn about town and surrounding county's early history by visiting exhibit room, which includes photographs of early settler...
History of town and county is displayed through exhibits of historical photographs, clothing and furniture, memorabilia, vete...
The downtown gallery show cases contemporary art, sculpture and photography in its three galleries. Exhibits by local, region...
31 spacious, green parks featuring picnic facilities, playground equipment and swimming pools....
The predominant fish species in the lake are Largemouth Bass, White and Hybrid Striped Bass, White Crappie, Channel, Blue and...