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North Texas History Center

This historic former 1911 post office houses exhibits featuring early Collin County and North Texas settlers, Native Americans, Collin McKinney, the Republic of Texas, railroads and Civil War history. Open 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon.–Sat. and by appointment Sun. Admission charge. 300 E. Virginia. 972/542-9457. www.northtexashistorycenter.org.

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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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Attractions

Adventure sports, cultural exploration, live music... the list goes on and on. Here, there’s always an attraction to fit your vacation style.

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300 East Virginia Street
McKinney, Texas
75069
Phone: 972/542-9457

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Hours

Open 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Mon.–Sat. and by appointment Sun.

Featured Attraction

On the San Antonio River in the King William Historic District, the homestead was built in 1876 by Edward Steves, who immigrated to Texas in 1848 and later founded the Steves Lumber Company. The Victorian-era mansion also features a carriage house with antique carriages on display, the gardener's quarters (now a visitor center) and beautiful landscaping. Operated by the San Antonio Conservation Society. Open 10 a.m.–4:15 p.m. daily. 509 King William St. 210/225-5924.

City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains

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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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