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Wittliff Gallery of Southwestern & Mexican Photography and Southwestern Writers Collection

On the campus of Texas State University-San Marcos , gallery is a creative center and archives devoted to the photographic cultures of Southwestern U.S. and Mexico. Collection features papers and artifacts of prominent writers, filmmakers and musicians of the Southwest. Both feature continuous and traveling exhibits. Open daily. Albert B. Alkek Library, 7th floor. 512/245-2313.

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San Marcos, Texas
512/245-2313

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History of ranching told through 45 authentic structures moved to this 16-acre site. Structures include a bunkhouse, barn, dugout, windmills, blacksmith shop and more. All date from the 1700s through the early 1900s, all authentically restored and furnished. Open Mon.–Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m.–5 p.m. 3121 4th Street. 806/742-0498. www.nrhc.com.

City: Lubbock
Region: Panhandle Plains

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Popular Activities

With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular activities to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.

Silent Wings Museum
City: Lubbock
Region: Panhandle Plains

Fort Worth Zoo
City: Fort Worth
Region: Prairies and Lakes

Caldwell Zoo
City: Tyler
Region: Piney Woods

NASA / Space Center Houston
City: Houston
Region: Gulf Coast

River Walk
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains

Aquarena Center
City: San Marcos
Region: Hill Country

Marfa Mystery Lights Viewing Center
City: Marfa
Region: Big Bend Country

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