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Panola County Historical Jail Museum

It features a historical building, La Grone Family History Center, genealogical library and history of law enforcement in East Texas. Open 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Tue.–Wed. and 1–5 p.m. Sun. 211 N. Shelby St. 903/693-3388.

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211 N. Shelby St.
Carthage, Texas
Phone: 903/693-3388

Hours

Open 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Tue.–Wed. and 1–5 p.m. Sun.

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Only existing hand-operated ferry of its kind. Carries three cars and a limited number of passengers at a time, and riders can help pull. In 1975, the ferry was recognized with a state historical marker. Crosses the Rio Grande from area of ebony trees (los ebanos). Call the Rio Grande Port of Entry before traveling to the ferry to verify the ferry is operating that day. Operates from 8 a.m.–4 p.m. daily. Fourteen miles west on U.S. 83; three miles south on F.M. 886. 956/487-1688.

City: Mission
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.

Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument
City: Fritch
Region: Panhandle Plains

Billy Bob's Texas
City: Fort Worth
Region: Prairies and Lakes

Caddo Mounds State Historic Site
City: Alto
Region: Piney Woods

Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast

River Walk
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains

Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country

Big Bend National Park
City: Big Bend National Park Area
Region: Big Bend Country

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