Explore Harrison County
Marshall Pottery & Museum
Established in 1896, one of the largest manufacturers of glazed pottery in the U.S., producing millions of red clay pots and hand-turned stoneware pots yearly. Museum features history of the facility for the past 100
Marshall, TX MuseumsBirthplace of Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson
Constructed of bricks made by slaves, the birthplace of former First Lady (born Claudia Taylor) is a handsome two-story structure on sloping hill. Built before the Civil War, it was family home of T. J. Taylor, well-known merchant; 2.7 miles southwest on Texas 43
Karnack, TX Historic SitesMichelson Art Museum
Features the work of the late Russian American post impressionist, Leo Michelson. The Museum also displays the Gloria and Bernard Kronenberg Collection of early twentieth century artists such as Abraham Walkowitz, David Burliuk and Milton Avery;
Marshall, TX MuseumsCaddo Lake Steamboat Company
Ply the waters of Caddo Lake aboard the Graceful Ghost steamboat. It's a replica of an 1890s paddle wheel riverboat, like those that once steamed into this part of Texas. Quiet, relaxing, romantic. Reservations recommended. Call for information. Boat departs from Taylor Island off Bois d'
Uncertain, TX BoatingWonderland of Lights
Held annually Thanksgiving - New Year's Day features millions of tiny white lights. This is one of the largest concerted holiday light shows in the nation. Hundreds of businesses outline buildings and adorn windows; entire neighborhoods decorate around central themes; more than 125,000
Marshall, TX ToursCaddo Lake State Park
480 acres beside Caddo Lake; an area once occupied by Caddo Indians, a tribe quite advanced in civilization. Camping areas, trailer sites, cabins, fishing, swimming, boating, hiking, nature trails and interpretive center. Two miles north off Texas 43
Karnack, TX State ParksStarr Family State Historic Site
Better known as Maplecroft, the name given when the house was built in 1870 by James F. Starr, son of Dr. James Harper Starr, early financier, Surgeon General of the Republic of Texas in 1837
Marshall, TX Historic SitesCypress Canoe Tours
Marked boat roads, free canoeing lessons, and detailed trail maps allow you to set your own pace through this primeval wonderland through the majestic cypress trees covered with Spanish moss. Tours depart Pine Needle Lodge at east end of F.M. 805
Uncertain, TX Canoeing