Browsing: Forts Trail

Museum of Military Models display
The Museum of Military Models in Clyde, Texas, is opening an all-new 3,200-square-foot expansion to house its ever-growing collection of scale models and provide a convention and meeting space for the local community. The new expansion will house the museum’s model ships, while the existing structure will house its vast collection of aircraft, helicopters, and
Old Rip

May the story of Eastland’s famed horned toad Old Rip never rest in peace. It’s too good a tale to…

Texas native Warren D. Harkins served his country in the United States Air Force before finding another way to impact the Big Country and surrounding areas. As founder and curator of the Museum of Military Models in Clyde, Texas, Harkins now helps veterans find peace through his non-profit work and partnership with Texas Hunters for
Have you ever wanted to step back in time and experience some of the military weaponry that’s shaped world history for generations? Well, now’s your chance! Visitors of all ages are welcome to discover firsthand how ships, planes, tanks, missiles, and more shaped today’s world at the Museum of Military Models in Clyde, Texas. This
A rare white buffalo image from Frontier Texas
Throughout the frontier It brought great acclaim to the owner. News of it appeared in practically all Texas newspapers and spread throughout the national press. Exhibited at the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago and at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair, it captured the imagination of millions. Teddy Roosevelt offered to purchase it for $5,000.
Owl Drugs Sign
Cathy Allen understands the nostalgia that so many customers experience when they visit Owl Drug in Coleman, whether it’s to get a prescription filled, buy something in the gift shop, or enjoy a coffee, smoothie, breakfast or lunch in the soda fountain & grill. She and her two brothers helped out with the family-owned business
Historic Texas Highway Dept. Forts Trail signage from 1968
The Texas Forts Trail Region – a 29-county area in Central West Texas – is home to a variety of historic sites, museums and attractions and offers visitors unique local flavors, shopping opportunities and outdoor adventures. The “trail” is a 650-mile driving loop through the region. The Forts Trail Region was the pilot organization In
Dublin's Ben Hogan
You don’t have to be a sports fan to enjoy a visit to the Ben Hogan Museum, located in a historic building in downtown Dublin, Hogan’s childhood home. The museum is included in the Travel Channel’s “10 Bucket List Destinations for Golf Fans,” but even non-golfers will find something of interest and will appreciate learning
Cheering from Southern Bleacher Grandstands - Cottonbowl Stadium
Ever been to a football game at the Cotton Bowl? How about a NASCAR experience at Texas Motor Speedway? If so, you know just about everything you need to know about Southern Bleacher, located in Graham, the county seat of Young County about 60 miles south of Wichita Falls. Southern Bleacher Company, with roots dating