Every aspect of the 1930s oil boom days is re-created through dioramas,
films, sound effects and mementos of the oil field that depict the daily lives
of the people. See an old-fashioned drilling rig. Walk in the footsteps of the
boomers in street scenes that bring the past to life. Board an elevator that
simulates a 3,800-foot ride below ground to see oil formations within the earth.
Open 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Tue.–Sat. (April–Sept. until 5 p.m.) and 2–5 p.m. Sun.
Special holiday schedule Dec. 20–Jan. 1. Admission charge. U.S. 259 at Ross
Street. On Kilgore College campus. 903/983-8295. www.easttexasoilmuseum.com.
City: Kilgore
Region: Piney Woods
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
