Several theatre groups offer seasonal productions, including the Theatre of the Big Bend, which offers musicals and dramas under the stars during the summer; 915/837-8220. Big Bend Players presents between four and six shows each year; call 915/837-2921 for more information.
Alpine, TX TheatresFor more than 70 years this museum has been collecting and exhibiting artifacts of the vast Big Bend region. Here, people have traveled and lived for over 11,000
Alpine, TX MuseumsSource of famed Texas agates (red plume, pompom, and a rainbow of other types) colorful jasper, labradorite feldspar, calcite, precious opal, and other minerals. Hunt and collect on over 3,000 acres; guide service available (fee). Rough agate 50 cents per pound;
Alpine, TX Natural AttractionsJust on the edge of the Museum of the Southwest grounds the Marian Blakemore Planetarium is a visit into outer space. Opened ...
Lush oasis in semiarid setting, springs were important watering stop on historic Chihuahua Road that connected Texas port of ...
Former way station on Butterfield Overland Mail Route; later a Texas Ranger station. Historic structure was moved to a highwa...
Records on existing tombstones indicate few people lived beyond age 40; indication of hardships among those who opened and se...
Collection includes aerial photographs of World War II concentration camps, personal effects such as death camp pajamas, and ...