Showing posts with label tourism. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tourism. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Spring Break '14: Family Fun in Henderson Co


ATHENS, TX

With spring just around the corner, the City of Athens Department of Tourism is preparing to welcome nature lovers to its outdoor activities and diverse venues. Located just a few hours away from most major cities in Texas, Athens offers the perfect family getaway or adventure vacation.
Athens offers several activities of interest to families at spring break. Take a trip to the Henderson County Historical Museum in downtown. Visitors to the museum take a step back in time and experience life in turn-of-the-century Texas, while learning more about the history of the area. Exhibits feature historic re-creations of a dry goods store, an early law office, a parlor, a schoolroom and more. Nearby art galleries, restaurants, and boutiques in downtown Athens also provide hours of entertainment.
Athens is known for its natural beauty which includes hills, lakes and wildlife. This emphasis on the great outdoors provides an array of activities such as boating, fishing, bird watching, golfing and water skiing.

Monday, December 9, 2013

Downtown Mount Vernon Shines

A slipcover was removed from these circa 1904 buildings. Now an operations
center for First National Bank and M.L. Edwards Hardware & Dry Goods.


Christmas windows in downtown Mount Vernon are not only a treat for locals and visitors, but a shining tribute to this community's heart and hard work.

For the past 20 years, the city's Main Street has worked with the city’s Economic Development Corporation, the Franklin County Historical Commission, downtown building owners and local banks to develop an action plan for preservation.