Newcastle was founded in 1908, and because of its early coal-mining interest, Newcastle was named after a famous English coal-mining city.
Agricultural is its main business today, although the area also produces significant quantities of petroleum.
U.S. Army post established in 1851 at another location by Gen. William G. Belknap;
Newcastle, TX FortsVisitors see weaving of 100 percent sheep's wool rugs and saddle blankets on 2,4, and 8 harness looms. They also can see how ...
Erected in 1976 to fulfill long-standing promise to honor the Georgia Battalion that volunteered in Texas' war for independen...
621-acre park near Lake Abilene; camping, trailer facilities, picnicking, shelters, swimming pool, rest rooms and showers, hi...
From Apr. 15 - Oct. 15 join groups for Old West-style chuck wagon breakfast on the open range at Figure 3 Ranch on the rim of...
In old Santa Fe depot (c. 1908); houses public library; museum features local history and extensive collection on Cynthia Ann...