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Texas Citrus Fiesta
- Come enjoy all these great events and more! Royal Coronation of King Citrus & Queen Citriana Parade of Oranges Fun Fair Events Vaquero Cook-Off Parade Concessions Citrus YOuth Show Exhibit Fun Run Carnival Ph: 956-585-2727 (Always call and confirm events) |
Hidden away in Texas mesquite, La Lomita (Little Hill) Chapel was first built in 1865, an adobe overnight way station for Oblate padres who regularly traveled on horseback between Brownsville and Roma. Tiny (12 by 25 feet) structure, rebuilt of sandstone in 1889
Mission, TX Historic ChurchesWas home of John H. Shary, known as father of Texas citrus industry, first to grow fruit commercially. Later the home became the valley residence for Governor and Mrs. Allan Shivers. Across from house is Shary Memorial Chapel and park, maintained as memorial to Shary;
Mission, TX Historic HomesHidalgo County park at Anzalduas Dam on the Rio Grande. Rest rooms, covered bird-observation pier, pavilion, boat dock, and paved roads. Picnicking in shady wooded area;
Mission, TX ParksOnly existing hand-operated ferry of its kind. Carries three cars and limited number of passengers at a time, and you can help pull. In 1975 ferry was recognized with state historical marker. Crosses Rio Grande from area of ebony trees (los ebanos). Fourteen miles west on U.S. 83; 3
Mission, TX BoatingLocated within Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park, site meant to educate the public about the unique wildlife within the region and promote environmental conservation. It'
Mission, TX Wildlife AreasCourse Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 30 days...
Seven miles south on F.M. 1015 and U.S. 281 east, this popular city hosts U.S. visitors with gift shops, shopping markets, ni...
Helena's abandoned courthouse is now a museum of area history with early trail, ranch and home artifacts, tools and implement...
Area settled by prominent German merchants in late 19th century, designated state's first Historic District. Virtually all ho...
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