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| Guests at Haden Edwards Inn enjoy a variety
of things to see and do in Nacogdoches... the Oldest Town
in Texas. Self-guided walking tours of historic sites, antique shops
that line the brick streets of downtown, major festivals, and over
50 restaurants and specialty shops offer visitors a memorable experience.
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Millard's Crossing Historical Village
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| A
reconstructed historical village depicting East Texas in the
19th century. A fun and entertaining place to visit for families
and history buffs. Susie Lower, Executive Director of Millard's
Crossing, was voted Best Attraction / Museum Guide by the Texas
Travel Industry Association in 2002. Tours available $5.00 for
adults and $4.00 for children, children under 5 free. Call 936-564-6631
for more information. |
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Sterne-Hoya
House |
| From
its earliest days, the Sterne-Hoya House, c. 1830, has been
identified with
the history of Texas. Sam Houston, Texas Revolutionary Commander,
first Texas President, and the first United States Senator from
Texas, was baptized in this house. It is now a museum and library
to the history of Texas. Admission is free and it is just across
the street from Haden Edwards Inn. For more infomation call
936-560-5426. |
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Oak
Grove Cemetery |
| Oak Grove Cemetery
is one of the most famous cemeteries in Texas. Not because of
its age - the first marked grave only dates back to 1837 - but
because it is the final resting place for a number of legendary
Texans, including four signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence.
This historic cemetery is just down the street from Haden Edwards
Inn. In fact, Haden Edwards is buried in the cemetery. |
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Old
University Building
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| Built in 1859,
it is the only original building of a university chartered by
the Republic of Texas still standing. Open Daily except Monday
1:00 - 4:00 p.m., this building is within walking distance of
Haden Edwards Inn. For tour arrangement call Nacogdoches Convention
and Visitors Bureau at 936-564-7351. |
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Stone
Fort Museum
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| A 1936 replica
of Antonio Gil Y'Barbo's stone house. Y'Barbo, the founder of
present day Nacogdoches, built the stone house circa 1780 as
the formal portals to the Spanish District of Texas. Located
on Stephen F. Austin campus, the museum interprets East Texas
and Nacogdoches history. Free admission. For info call 936-468-2408.
Hours are Tuesday thru Saturday from 9-5 and Sunday from 1-5. |
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Zion
Hill Baptist Church
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| The Zion Hill
Baptist Church building was founded by Reverend Lawson Reed in
1879. This building is the work of noted architect Diedrich Anton
Wilhelm Rulfs, a native of Oldenburg, Germany. A combined Victorian
and Gothic Revival building, the church has undergone virtually
no structural modifications since its completion date in 1914.
It is within walking distance of Haden Edwards Inn. |
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Lanana
Creek Trail
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| Originally
an Indian footpath, the Lanana Creek Trail is a walking, jogging,
cycling path through thickets of paw-paw, dogwood and scarlet
blooming buckeye. The 2.5 mile trail begins at Liberty Hall
on E. Main Street, just around the corner from Haden Edwards
Inn. This is a natural beautification project that few Texas
cities have. For more information call 409-564-4693. |
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Indian
Mound |
| The earliest
human inhabitants of Nacogdoches were the Nacodoche Indians,
members of the Caddo Confedercy. This mound, the single survivor
of its kind in the immediate area, is an artifact of this ancient
culture. Archeologist James Corbin found the mound to be a true
burial mound, c. 1250 and is listed on the National Register
of Historic Places. Located on 516 N. Mound Street, just a few
blocks from Haden Edwards Inn. |
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Texas'
Largest Azalea Garden (Ruby M. Mize Azalea
Garden)
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| As the largest
Azalea Garden in Texas (over 6,500 evergreen and native azaleas),
the Ruby M. Mize Azalea Garden boasts one of the most diverse
azalea collections in the United States. It's the centerpiece
of the annual Nacogdoches Azalea Trail, which occurs in March
and April of each year. For information call 936-564-7351. |
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Texas
Blueberry Festival (every
June)
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| Prime growing
conditions make Nacogdoches County one of the largest blueberry
producers in Texas. Peak harvest times are June and July. The
festival is the only state sanctioned blueberry festival in Texas,
making it unique and extremely popular. Event organizers strive
to make the festival a fun, family oriented event. Many festival
events and activities are FREE of charge for this reason. |
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Historic
Walking Tour |
The
Visitor's and Convention Bureau has created a walking tour
of historic points of interest. Haden Edwards Inn is the 6th
stop on the tour. Ask us for a map to start and end your journey
here. Its a great way to start your day!
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