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Discover the Best Wedding Venues in East Texas

It may not be officially summer yet, but that yearly flurry of June weddings is just around the corner. And whether you’re currently engaged and planning your special day or looking ahead, there’s no time like now to check out some of the best spots in East Texas to say your “I do’s.” Our region… Continue reading Discover the Best Wedding Venues in East Texas

Catch the Pretty, Texas Premier at the Texas Theatre

If you’re from around these parts – or even if you’re just visiting – you know that life in East Texas can be pretty colorful. Yes, the so-called Pine Curtain could be the setting for all sorts of fictional foibles. The playwrights who penned Pretty, Texas, knew that. That would be Dana Goolsby and Gerry… Continue reading Catch the Pretty, Texas Premier at the Texas Theatre

Enjoy the Mission Tejas Park Folk Festival This Weekend

Step back in time at this year’s Mission Tejas State Park’s annual Folk Festival, held April 28, 2018, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This popular yearly event gives visitors a unique perspective into the lives and activities of some of the earliest Texas settlers. Re-enactors in period costumes are on hand to explain their… Continue reading Enjoy the Mission Tejas Park Folk Festival This Weekend

See What’s New at the Museum for East Texas Culture

You’ll learn things you never knew about Texas when you visit the Museum for East Texas Culture. As you explore the exhibits, such as the Black History Room, Railroad Room, and School Room, you’ll appreciate the newfound knowledge and be able to share it with others. The Museum for East Texas Culture The Museum for… Continue reading See What’s New at the Museum for East Texas Culture

It’s Almost Time for the 1836 Chuckwagon Race

Grab your hat and boots and make your way to the 1836 Chuckwagon Race April 13 – 22, 2018 at the Diamond B Ranch in Neches, TX.  That’s over one solid week’s worth of races, cooking classes, cowboy poetry, live music, and more to get you into the festive spirit to celebrate the independence of… Continue reading It’s Almost Time for the 1836 Chuckwagon Race

Celebrate Mardi Gras in Palestine with “A Taste of New Orleans”

Mardi Gras may be most popular in New Orleans, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be a part of the fun here in Texas. In fact, there is a celebration coming to Palestine that will rival the food, fun, and culture of the bayou! For the 6th consecutive year, Texas residents will be treated to… Continue reading Celebrate Mardi Gras in Palestine with “A Taste of New Orleans”

Lake Palestine Campgrounds to Try This Fall

Lake Palestine is one of the most visited lakes in East Texas because of its proximity to Tyler and Longview. The lake is beautiful any time of year, especially during the autumn when it becomes a popular destination to view foliage turning from their bright summer green shades to deep fall hues of red, orange… Continue reading Lake Palestine Campgrounds to Try This Fall

Plan Your Next Stay at One of These Palestine B&B’s

Palestine, Texas is a small town located in Anderson County. It is near major airports and known for its scenic beauty. It has a seasonal dogwood blooming period and several sites on the Historic Register. The Texas State Railroad is a state park in town that has scenic train rides through local forests. When you… Continue reading Plan Your Next Stay at One of These Palestine B&B’s

Coffee Shops to Visit This Fall in Palestine

Amid sun-baked hay and toasted pumpkin seeds, fall has a cornucopia of familiar scents. Yet, one of the coziest is a treat you can find any time of the year. Nothing compliments sweater weather quite like a delicious cup of coffee. Palestine is home to a host of local coffee shops that offer more than… Continue reading Coffee Shops to Visit This Fall in Palestine

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