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The South Texas Museum in Alice
Photographer: Michael A. Murphy

South Texas Museum, The

Small museum focuses on the distinctive history and traditions of this South Texas region. Exhibits trace habitation from American Indian to 20th-century farm, ranch, railroad and oil activities, with an emphasis on pioneer ranch and household artifacts. Includes mounted wildlife and livestock specimens. Open Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Call to confirm time. Free. 66 S. Wright St. 361/668-8891.

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66 S. Wright St.
Alice, Texas
361/668-8891

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Open Mon.–Fri. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

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