Kilgore is surrounded by the pine forests and clear blue skies of East Texas about 120 miles east of Dallas. In 1930, this quiet farming town was thrust into the world limelight by the discovery of a huge oil field; over 1,200 oil wells were once pumping within the city limits and some are still producing. More than 24 restored steel derricks are nostalgic reminders of early boom days, and are now decorated during Christmas.
On part of one downtown block, actually about 1.2 acres, once stood greatest concentration of oil wells in the world producing more than 2.5 million barrels of oil. All but one of original derricks were dismantled in early 1960s. The original derrick and 26
Kilgore, TX ParksFilms and displays of props, costumes, uniforms, awards and mementos of Kilgore College's world-famous precision drill and dance team, known for its trademark "high kick" routine. The first of its kind, the Rangerettes were formed in 1940
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First bed and breakfast in state. This Victorian mansion features more than 30 original stained glass windows and 12-ft. tall...
First Monday Trade Days offers all sorts of wares, antiques, and collectibles. Camping facilities available with hookups and ...
Started in 1938 as backyard menagerie; now features more than 2,000 endangered and beautiful wildlife from Africa, North Amer...
Nearest entrance 11 miles SE on Texas 87....
Central administration building of present Rusk State Hospital built as main building of former Rusk State Prison, 1878. Iron...