This facility, a division of the Center for American History at the
University of Texas at Austin, contains exhibits that detail Sam Rayburn's life
and career. The collection includes photo, original letters, political cartoons,
art, furniture, an exact replica of the office he worked in as speaker of the
house, personal memorabilia and his personal library of books. Open 9 a.m.–5
p.m. Mon.–Fri. and 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Sat. On a 4.3-acre tract four blocks from
downtown at 800 West Sam Rayburn Drive. Call in advance for groups of 10 or
more. 903/583-2455. www.cah.utexas.edu/museums/rayburn.php.
City: Bonham
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.
Battle Of Adobe Walls
City: Stinnett
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
