Eisenhower Birthplace showcases the white frame house where the 34th U.S.
president and WWII commander, Dwight David "Ike" Eisenhower, was born in 1890.
Antiques fill the modest home, illustrating the family's working-class life. The
visitor center celebrates Ike with memorabilia and exhibits, and outside, a
larger-than-life statue of Eisenhower and picnic tables invite visitors to make
themselves at home. Texas Historical Commission property. Open 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tue.–Sat. and 1–5 p.m. Sun. Admission charge. 609 S. Lamar Ave. 903/465-8908. www.visiteisenhowerbirthplace.com.
City: Denison
Region: Prairies and Lakes
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
