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GREETERS
A VISIT
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Nacogdoches offers a natural beauty and quaint
ambiance that attracts visitors of all ages — from arts
and entertainment to antiquing and outdoor recreation.
international, national, local and student artists are
hosted year round. Poetry readings and other special
events are also offered with free admission to the public.
ANTIQUING AND SHOPPING
Visit Nacogdoches’ countless family-owned shops, from
the oldest antique treasures to trendy boutiques with
unique gifts and souvenirs. Pick up a free shopping
guide at the Charles Bright Visitor Center, 200 E. Main
St. or call 936/564-7351.
DISC GOLF
Pecan Acres Park, 826 E Starr Ave.; Pioneer Park, 501
Lenwood Dr.; Lake Nacogdoches West Side Park,
12790 FM 225; Banita Creek Park, 501 Pearl St.
Disc golfers can play four different 18-hole courses that
have hosted PDGA-sanctioned singles tournaments.
DOG PARK NACOGDOCHES
Banita Creek Park, 501 Pearl St., 936/559-2960
Dogs can socialize, play and exercise in a safe, wellmaintained, fenced-in area at this off-leash dog park.
DURST-TAYLOR HISTORIC HOUSE AND GARDENS
304 North St., 936/560-4443, Wed-Sat 10-4
This circa 1835 wood-frame house is the second oldest
structure in the city. Restored by the City of Nacogdoches
to interpret the 1840 to 1860 time period, the hands-on
museum includes a smokehouse, blacksmith shop and
chicken yard. Free Admission.
BANITA CREEK TRAIL
Trailhead at western end of Rusk St., 936/559-2960
The 1.9-mile Banita Creek Trail winds through the
pristine setting of the western part of town and even
includes waterfalls. You’ll be surrounded by Shagbark
Hickory, Florida Maple and Sparkleberry.
THE COLE ART CENTER @ THE OLD OPERA HOUSE
329 E. Main St., 936/468-5500, finearts.sfasu.edu,
Tues-Sun, Noon-5
This beautifully renovated 1880s opera house includes
three galleries in which exhibitions by SFA faculty and
JUDY B. MCDONALD PUBLIC LIBRARY
1112 North St., 936/559-2970, nactx.us/library
This information hub provides books, DVDs, audiobooks,
eBooks, eAudiobooks and a wide range of online
databases for schoolwork and genealogy work. The
library also offers a variety of innovative programs such
as technology help and training, Makerspace workshops
for children, adult events for learning, public computers,
printing and copying services, and entertainment. Need
to use something like a cake pan, small tools, a telescope
or bike repair tools for a special occasion or one-time
use? Items like these can be checked out from the Library
of Things and returned after use. Cardholders also have
borrowing privileges at SFA’s Steen Library.
“Nacogdoches is a storyteller’s paradise — full of history,
perspective and people who dared to leave their mark. It’s our story
as well as yours, and we welcome all to come share in its richness.”
nacogdoches.org
Pam Fitch | Spirit Outfitters
Board Member
Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce
