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Canton Plaza Museum

Housed in the 1946 Plaza Theater building, this museum features one of the largest bell collections in the United States, a First Monday museum, the Kennedy collection of Native American artifacts and models, a restored 1938 fire engine and a collection of items from the Civil War era. Open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri. and on First Monday Trade Days weekends from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Sat. 119 N. Buffalo St. 903/567-1849, 877/462-7467.

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119 N. Buffalo St.
Canton, Texas
Phone: 903/567-1849
Fax: 877/462-7467

Hours

Open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Mon.–Fri. and on First Monday Trade Days weekends from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Sat.

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Hueco Tanks State Historic Site

Precious water from infrequent rains is "stored" in natural rock basins; for centuries this was a strategic travel stop in this arid region. See ancient Native American pictographs, plus names of '49ers who stopped on the way to California. Enjoy picnicking, hiking, climbing and camping. Admission and camping charge. U.S. 62/180, 26 miles east of El Paso. 915/857-1135. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/hueco_tanks.

City: El Paso
Region: Big Bend Country

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Popular Attractions

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

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