According to apparently authentic records and witnesses, a Texas horned toad (a type of lizard) was sealed in cornerstone of an Eastland courthouse built in 1897. In 1928 a new courthouse was erected, the prior cornerstone was opened, and the horned frog was found alive!
Eastland, TX MonumentsBuilt by one of Eastland's founding fathers, C.U. Connellee in 1920
Eastland, TX TheatresNational and Post Office history depicted in 6- by 10-foot mural of postage stamps. Seven years and some 12,000 stamps were required to produce the mosaics of historical scenes and famous stamps.
Eastland, TX MuralsDaniel, Cisco, and Leon. Also Eastland and Ringling Lakes are popular local fishing spots one mile north of town. Primitive camping, trails, and RV hookups are available at Ringling.
Eastland, TX Recreation Course Access: Semi-Private
Holes: 9
Reserve Advance Tee Times:
Museum dedicated to honoring the Annual Armored Division, which trained in Camp Barkeley, near Abilene, and served during Wor...
A party house and RV campsites are available for a small rental fee. The park also features an 18-hole golf course. Six miles...
Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...
Museum is housed in the old First National Bank Building. Exhibits include photographs of early Memphis street scenes and set...
The library houses a large collection of Robert E. Howard first edition books as well as original manuscripts and Weird Tales...