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Nestled amid 15 acres in the city, River Bend Nature Works is an environmental education center. Visitors enjoy the wetland pond, the bird habitat, bird watching and other activities. A one-mile interpretive nature trail loops through the site; one-half mile of the trail is handicapped-accessible...

Exhibits include early Midland history, photos, pioneer relics, mementos of the Civil War, World Wars I & II, and Indian artifacts. Visitors can also see the famous "Midland Man." Anthropologist Dr. Fred Wendorf authenticated remains (calvarium, upper skull) of what is now known as the Midland Ma...

Two sites on Lake Somerville offer camping areas, boat ramps, fishing, swimming, trail bike area. Birch Creek Area on north shore some 15 miles west via Texas 36 north, F.M. 60 west, Park Road 57 south. Nails Creek Area on south shore some 32 miles southwest via Texas 36 south and F.M. 390 west t...

For information on events and attractions. 2108 Sidney Baker. 830/792-3535. www.kerrvilletexascvb.com.

National Historic Landmark established in 1853 when Capt. Richard King purchased 68,500 acres that had been Spanish and Mexican land grants called Santa Gertrudis. Now-famous Santa Gertrudis breed, first strain of beef cattle originating in Western Hemisphere, was developed here. Today, King Ranc...

Ashton Villa, showplace of Galveston Historical Foundation in restored 1859 Italianate house-museum reflecting opulence of era in carved moldings, elaborate mantel-work and lavish furnishings. Site of first Juneteenth where slaves learned they were free on June 19, 1865. Guided tours include the ...

Information on city attractions, accommodations and events. 1823 N. Chaparral St. Virtual Visitor Center Kiosks open 24/7 at the American Bank Center, Corpus Christi International Airport, La Palmera Mall, Texas State Aquarium, USS Lexington and at select Stripes Convenience Stores. 800/766-2322....

Built 1876, serves Polish settlement dating from 1855, one of oldest Polish parishes in U.S. 830/460-4712. www.ststanislaus.us.

Restored 1921 vaudeville theater located downtown, hosts performance series featuring major artists. 112 W. 6th Ave. 903/874-7792. www.corsicanapalace.com.

800/806-8333. www.visitbaycity.org.