Established in 1881, Cisco developed as a marketing and distribution center for the large cattle and agricultural area. The economy was stimulated by the discovery of the Ranger oil pool in 1917. Cisco continues as a center for oil and gas production, along with diversified agriculture and manufacturing. It is the home of Cisco Junior College.
There are several sites around the Cisco where excellent fossil hunting can be found.
Bought by Conrad Hilton in 1919 when that was the only way he could get a place to sleep, hotel became first in Hilton chain. Hilton saw a financial opportunity in providing rooms to oil field workers;
Cisco, TX Museums Course Access: Public
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Housed in restored QA&P Railroad depot. Features farming and ranching artifacts dating to previous century; large collection ...
Located near the historic site of Fort Chadbourne, cemetery contains interesting, poignant old markers. Many pioneers and ear...
Built in the early 1920s, this station was one of the first along Old Route 66. Recently restored through the Route 66 Corrid...
Restored "ladies of the evening" saloon/"parlor house" that was a surreptitious San Angelo landmark for decades. Faithfully r...
Five large murals painted on the outside of walls of a refurbished elementary school highlight the entry to museum. Exhibits ...