Silsbee was established in 1894 by John Henry Kirby as a sawmill town. Today it is the home of the Louisiana-Pacific Corporation. Silsbee is the largest city and principal commercial center in Hardin County.
The Silsbee Little Theater is one of best-known amateur theaters in Southeast Texas. Excellent city parks include tennis and basketball courts, picnic areas and playgrounds. Excellent hunting and fishing is also available in the immediate area.
Located on Village Creek in the heart of the Big Thicket, you can take a short trip of three to four hours, or two to three days in this national preserve. Reservations recommended. At 1430 U.S. 96
Silsbee, TX CanoeingA Texas Nature Conservancy Preserve of 2,138
Silsbee, TX Nature Preserves Course Access: Private
Holes: 9
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Many of city's fine old homes are open during annual Historical Pilgrimage, first weekend in May and Candlelight Tour first t...
Mementos and artifacts of city's early days. Open Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 817 N. Main St....
An example of a pioneer home, the Davis log house was originally built in 1851 for local attorney Nathan H. Davis. Furniture ...
Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...