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Gibbs-Powell House in Huntsville
Photographer: Stan A. Williams

Gibbs-Powell House

Built in 1862 by Thomas Gibbs, it's the only Greek Revival-style dwelling in the city. Gibbs was one of the city's early businessmen and was often visited at the home by personal friend Sam Houston. Today, the house is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark and has been declared an archaeological landmark by the Texas Antiquities Committee. Open 1–4:30 p.m. Sat.–Sun. Admission charge. 1228 11th St. at Avenue M. 936/295-4287.

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Lodging

Whether you like quaint cabins, five-star hotels or even rustic dude-ranch digs, there’s always a place to sleep in style.

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Campgrounds

Texas might be the Lone Star State, but you'll see thousands of stars under that big, open sky. Enjoy everything from white-water rapids to mountain climbing at our public and private campgrounds. Check it out!

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Texas Videos

From the diverse beauty that surrounds you to the unique people you meet along the way, everything about Texas beckons you to visit. So think of these as more than videos: they’re an invitation to visit the place we’re proud to call home.

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1228 11th St. at Avenue M
Huntsville, Texas
Phone: 936/295-4287

Hours

Open 1–4:30 p.m. Sat.–Sun.

Featured Attraction

Craft media, paintings, sculptures and other works by local and national artists may be found in two galleries at the Center for Visual Arts. Open 1–5 p.m. Tue.–Sun. and 1–7 p.m. Thu. 207 S. Bell St. 940/382-2787.

Several other galleries offer exhibits throughout the year at both the University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University, as well as downtown.

City: Denton
Region: Prairies and Lakes

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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.

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

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