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Beeville, Texas

Beeville, located on Poesta Creek, was originally named Maryville for Mary Hefferman, the only survivor of a family killed in 1853. Beeville became the seat of Bee County in 1860 and was renamed "Beeville-on-the-Poesta." The town is the largest retail center in a six-county area. It is the home of Bee County College, Chase Field Criminal Justice Complex, and various manufacturing industries.

Hunters take deer, wild turkey, quail, dove and javelina when in season. Beevilled also offers freshwater fishing in area rivers.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Parks

Among eight city parks is 200-acre Veterans Memorial Park that offers picnicking, playground, pavilions, 9-hole golf course. Off F.M. 351 north of U.S. 59.

Beeville, TX Parks

Beeville Art Museaum

Housed in historic Esther Barnhart House, originally home of the Hodges family, early Beeville settlers. Changing exhibits of Texas artists and Texas collections. Free art lessons for children every Saturday from 2 p.m. to 3

Beeville, TX Museums

Beeville Country Club

Course Access: Private
Holes: 9
Reserve Advance Tee Times:

Beeville, TX Golf Courses

John C. Beasley Municipal Golf Course

Course Access: Public
Holes: 9
Reserve Advance Tee Times:

Beeville, TX Golf Courses

Things to do near Beeville, TX

Fort Ringgold

One of Texas' best preserved old military posts; named for Maj. David Ringgold, first army officer killed in Battle of Palo A...

Lamar Bruni Vergara Environmental Science Center

Away from the hustle and bustle of the downtown area on the campus of Laredo Community College, this oasis offers a learning ...

Fort Sam Houston Golf Course -Salado Del Rio

Course Access: MilitaryHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Vintage Farm Equipment Museum

Outside display of vintage farm equipment is displayed third week in March and for special events. The museum is on the Rio G...

Choke Canyon Reservoir Birding

As part of a joint project of the Bureau of Reclamation and the American Birding Association, Choke Canyon Reservoir has been...