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Camp Hearne

This WWII prisoner-of-war internment camp once housed as many as 5,000 personnel and prisoners, most from Germany, from 1942–46. The prisoners entertained themselves and passed the time with elaborate stage productions, musicals and the construction of numerous castles and fountains using available native materials. Though many of these were torn down, remnants and artifacts uncovered in excavations can be seen today, along with an exhibit on life in the camp in a replica army barracks. Group tours to the campsite may be arranged with the chamber. Grounds open daily; Exhibit building open 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Wed.–Sat. 12424 Camp Hearne Third Street, off of F.M. 485 between Airport Road and Fairgrounds Road. 979/279-2351. www.camphearne.com.

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Hearne, Texas
Phone: 979/279-2351

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Grounds open daily; Exhibit building open 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Wed.–Sat.

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The mission of the facility is to provide visitors with the understanding of Far Eastern and Asian cultures, which include artifacts from India, China, Korea, the Philippines and Vietnam. Permanent displays include a five-foot bronze Amida Buddha, fine Japanese Hakata figures, lacquerware and porcelains. The collection also includes examples of kimonos and other native costumes, utensils, games and toys. Exhibits are changed periodically to showcase different artifacts and to accommodate the different holidays and special events throughout the year. Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tue.–Sat. Admission charge. 1809 N. Chaparral. 361/882-2641.

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