Hill Texas Tourism
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Schlitterbahn - New Braunfels, Texas
Schlitterbahn - New Braunfels, Texas
If you are looking for one of the best water-parks in the nation you want to check out this 65 acres Texas jewel. It is located along the banks of teh Comal River and has something for kids of all ages.
Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum - Austin, Texas
Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum - Austin, Texas
Wander through the park setting and see more than 130 sculptures, drawings and paintings of Charles Umlauf, a prolific and internationally known sculptor who created varying styles from realistic and abstract expressionism to lyrical abstractions.
SoCo (South Congress) - Austin, Texas
SoCo (South Congress) - Austin, Texas
Coming to visit Austin nearly requires that you enjoy the experience of one of the "hippest" Austin hangouts: SoCo. Her you will find quirky shops, trendy dining spots, unique accommodations, art galleries and music venues.
Texas Military Forces Museum - Camp Mabry - Austin, Texas
Texas Military Forces Museum - Camp Mabry - Austin, Texas
This museum was built to honor the men and women who served in the military forces of Texas. The history of all major Texas National Guard units is now preserved with exhibits and written histories for everyone to share.
Beginning with the Texas War for Independence and going through the history of all major conflicts the museum tells the story of the great people serving Texas and the Nation.
O. Henry Museum - Austin, Texas
O. Henry Museum - Austin, Texas
Almost everyone has heard of the author O. Henry, but did you know that his name was truly William Sidney Porter? He was knows as the master of the short story. He resided in the museum (which was his house) which is an 1886 Queen Anne-style cottage from the years 1893 - 1895. The home has been restored and now contains artifacts and memorabilia from Porter’s life in Austin. It is on the National Register Property and National Literary Landmark of the City of Austin.
Neill-Cochran House Museum - Austin, Texas
Neill-Cochran House Museum - Austin, Texas
Built in 1855 this house demonstrates the Greek Revival style with it’s Classic Doric columns. The house was built by Abner Cook for Washington Hill. Cook was the builder of the Texas Governor’s Mansion as well as other stately homes in the Austin area.
With the cost of the residence being higher than Hill anticipated he had to sell three slaves and borrowed money to finish the house. He never got the opportunity to live in the house and sold it to investors who leased it to the Texas Asylum for the Blind to use until their school and dorm were completed. Then the house was leased to Lt. Governor Fletcher Stockade.
Mexic-Arte Museum - Austin, Texas
Mexic-Arte Museum - Austin, Texas
This is the official Mexican and Mexican American Fine Art Museum of Texas which has changing exhibits to keep the museum fresh and you coming back time after time.
The museum was founded in 1984 to showcase the traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino, and Latin American art and culture through education and displays. The main gallery is reserved for traveling and curated exhibitions of art.
Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum - Austin, Texas
Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum - Austin, Texas
As with other Presidents Lyndon B. Johnson has his which is one of twelve presidential libraries administered by the National Archives and Records Administration. With all the historical documents the museum is a treasure of history for you to enjoy. The library contains papers from the time he was President and during his entire public career and close associates.
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - Austin, Texas
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center - Austin, Texas
Right here in Austin is this 42-acre site with numerous research display gardens, landscaped areas and themed gardens that were established by Lady Bird Johnson and actress Helen Hays in 1982. The purpose is to introduce people to the beauty and diversity of wildflowers and other native plants. It is now part of the University of Texas Austin.
Governor’s Mansion - Austin, Texas
Governor’s Mansion - Austin, Texas
The Governor’s Mansion was built in 1856 with dignified white columns welcoming all that come to it. The governor occupies a private second-floor apartment. The other rooms of the Mansion may be seen on public tours, reservations are required on day in advance. Beginning in October of 2007 the mansion was closed for tours indefinitely for extensive deferred maintenance. A building as old as the mansion requires constant and extensive maintenance to keep it in pristine condition as the Governor deserves, as well as the citizens of Texas.
