Eastland
Eastland was established about 1875 as the seat of Eastland County, and grew primarily as a trade center for the surrounding farms and ranches. It was named for Capt. William M. Eastland, a San Jacinto hero and Texas Ranger. Current area resources include oil, ranching, farming and manufacturing. Fruit, pecans, vegetables, and feed crops are also important.
A Downtown Walking Tour features historical buildings, all within two city blocks, and highlights Eastland�s history. Pick up a map for this self-guided tour at the Eastland Chamber of Commerce.
Don�t miss �Old Ripfest,� held the third Saturday in September. This annual festival features a parade, food booths, arts and crafts, games, rides and live entertainment.
For golf enthusiasts, a nine-hole course and driving range, as well as restaurant, is available at the Lakeside Country Club located just north of city on F.M. 1301.
Old Rip the Horned Toad
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…
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Post Office Mural
National and Post Office history depicted in 6- by 10-foot mural of postage stamps. Seven…
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Built by one of Eastland's founding fathers, C.U. Connellee in 1920, it was originally called…
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Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes
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Daniel, Cisco, and Leon. Also Eastland and Ringling Lakes are popular local fishing spots one…
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