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VOLUNTEERS
RETIREMENT
Ready to retire? Set within the rolling hills of Texas Forest
Country, Nacogdoches offers Southern hospitality
mixed with a rich history and a moderate climate.
Nacogdoches was one of the first three communities in
Texas to be named a Certified Retirement Community.
This state program recognizes communities considered
exemplary in several areas, including housing, safety,
working opportunities, healthcare services, transportation,
continuing education, recreation, cultural events, sports,
community services and spiritual enrichment.
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ACTIVITIES
Whether you enjoy shopping and dining with friends or
concerts and festivals with the grandkids, there’s always
something to do in Nacogdoches. Check out nacogdoches.
org, visitnacogdoches.org or call 936/564-7351 for a
complete list of activities and upcoming events.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Meet new people and do great things with a variety of
Nacogdoches groups including Kiwanis, Rotary, Pilot,
Newcomers and several garden clubs. Ready to join?
You can count on the Nacogdoches County Chamber
of Commerce to point you in the right direction. Call
936/560-5533.
COMMUNITIES
The Nacogdoches housing market has much to offer
to those looking to retire in the area. Local builders are
working to meet the needs of senior adults by creating
specific subdivisions and apartment communities that cater
to the desires and expectations of this age group. A wide
variety of housing choices exists to accommodate area
retirees, including patio homes, duplexes, condominiums,
apartments and assisted-care facilities.
CULTURAL EVENTS
Lamp-Lite Theatre
936/564-8300, lamplitetheatre.org
As one of the largest community theatre groups in East
Texas, a troupe of more than 100 actors present a variety of
plays and musicals throughout the year. Acting workshops
for all ages are also offered regularly.
Nacogdoches offers the services and activities retirees
demand while retaining the hometown friendliness and
natural beauty so many retirees desire. Close proximity to
two of the South’s best bass fishing lakes — Sam Rayburn
and Toledo Bend — makes Nacogdoches a prime
recreation hotspot. Surrounded by abundant lakes and
tall pine and hardwood forests, residents of Nacogdoches
County have the opportunity to choose from an array of
leisure, educational and recreational venues.
SFA Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts
936/468-6407 or 888/240-ARTS, finearts.sfasu.edu
The SFA Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts presents concerts,
recitals, plays and art exhibitions throughout the year. Prices
vary. Visit their website for the latest information about live
or virtual performance opportunities.
“Nacogdoches enjoys a lush urban forest, dotted with gardens, parks, and a
beautiful trail system. Whether you enjoy biking, strolling, pickleball, or disc golf,
your outdoor gym awaits! Or, just pull up a park bench and enjoy the scenery.”
nacogdoches.org
Caroline Garner | Nacogdoches Area United Way
Treasurer
Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce
