Seminole was established and named the county seat shortly after Gaines County was organized in 1905, and was named for nearby Indian watering places. Gaines County is among the state's leaders in petroleum production, cotton, and peanuts.Seminole's school district covers some 1,149 square miles.
The pioneers' use of iron is evidenced in many artifacts; pots, pans, kettles, stoves, branding irons, and blacksmithing equipment. Also horse-drawn hack, saddles, and many everyday items used by early settlers, plus pictures and history of oil field discovery in 1935.(U.S. 180)
Seminole, TX Museums Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 18
Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1
In a 51-acre park with lake and picnic area, this center offers a variety of attractions. The center hosts a diverse collecti...
Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...
Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...
Rising 100 feet from the rolling prairie, The Cross was built by the Jim and Doris Studer family in 1993. It measures 70 feet...
Set behind protective fence at south edge of U.S. 60 about five miles southwest of city is site of first tree planted through...