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Van Alstyne, Texas

Settlers established rural homesteads in the 1840s, and town of Van Alstyne was laid out by Scott McKinney in 1853. It was named for the railroad stockholder, Mrs. Marie Van Alstyne, when the town was made a stop on the line.

In 2002, Van Alstyne opened the new Forrest Moore Park with walking and jogging trails, sports fields, tennis and basketball courts, a pavilion and a playground. It is located just off U.S. 75 between Dallas and Sherman.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Things to do near Van Alstyne, TX

Madison County Museum

The Madison County Museum has permanent displays of Madisonville Sidewalk Cattlemen's Assoc., Madison County Wars Heroes (fro...

Stone Works Climbing Gym features a 110-ft. grain silo converted into a climbing wall. Climbing facilities for beginner, inte...

Bardwell Lake Boating

Bardwell Lake has boat ramps at 5 parks. These boat ramps are of concrete construction with four lanes. Courtesy docks are av...