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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Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany was built in 1869
Calvert, TX Historic ChurchesSam Rayburn House Museum
The Sam Rayburn House Museum is the home of the late "Mister Sam," who served as Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives longer than any other in American history. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the house was built in 1916 and restored to 1961
Bonham, TX MuseumsLake Whitney State Park
Lake Whitney State Park is located along the east shore of Lake Whitney west of Hillsboro in Hill County, near the ruins of Towash, an early Texas settlement inundated by Lake Whitney. Towash Village was named for the chief of Hainai Indians, who moved into the area in 1835
, TX State ParksLavon Lake Fishing
Lavon Lake is noted for crappie fishing, especially in winter and spring. Largemouth bass, channel catfish, and blue catfish offer good angling opportunities. Striped bass were stocked in 1989 and 1994
, TX FishingBenbrook Lake Trails
Fort Worth Trinity Trail - The City of Fort Worth has approximately twenty-five miles of paved hike &
, TX TrailsProvidence Baptist
The original Providence Baptist Church was built approximately two and a half miles northwest of Chappell Hill. This building was destroyed by a violent storm in 1866
Chappell Hill, TX Historic ChurchesC.A.R.E. - Center for Animal Research and Education
The Center for Animal Research & Education, (CARE) was founded to provide for the rescue, rehabilitation, and holistic nurturing of sick, injured or abused big cats, thus ensuring a vital habitat and safe haven for them to live in comfort and with dignity.
Bridgeport, TX Wildlife RefugesHammond House
The Hammond House was originally built in 1876 to be a courthouse and jail. In 1870
Calvert, TX Historic Homes