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Gaston Museum in Joinerville
Photographer: Kevin Stillman

Gaston Museum

When C.M. "Dad" Joiner struck oil here on Oct. 3, 1930, this sparsely populated farming community became a bustling boomtown. Museum is dedicated to the preservation of the area's history and heritage, inviting visitors to step back into the 1930s. Focusing on life in an East Texas oil field, includes an oil field "tent house," a 1930s Dixie Service Station and a 1940s roadside cafe on the museum grounds. Open 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Thu.–Sat., other times by appointment. 6558 Texas 64 West. 903/847-2205. www.gastonmuseum.org.

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6562 Stste Highway 64 W
Joinerville, Texas
Phone: 903/847-2205

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Open 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Thu.–Sat., other times by appointment.

Featured Attraction

Visit a recreated 16th-century British village during eight themed weekends from October–November. Drive 45 minutes north of Houston and discover 53 acres of a magical medieval kingdom. Visit each weekend as a different European country pays homage to Queen Katherine's birthday. There will be jousting, juggling, human-powered rides and games, a Grand Parade and fireworks to end the day. Admission fee. 800/458-3435. www.texrenfest.com

City: Plantersville
Region: Prairies and Lakes

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