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Giant in the Pines

Giant in the Pines

Visit the iconic, 67ft statue of Sam Houston along I-45!

By Andrew TerpeningAugust 13, 2026 at 12:08 pm EDT

Tour NASA in East Texas

Discover all of the sky-high wonders of the Columbia Scientific Balloon Facility in Palestine, TX.

America's Most Decorated Soldier

Discover the courageous legacy of Audie Murphy at this museum and memorial site.

Events Around East Texas This Weekend!

You're never too far from fun!

East Texas Live Music Lineup!

East Texas Live Music Lineup!

Here’s where to listen to live music in East Texas, all year round!

August 12, 2026 at 12:32 pm EDT

The Resting Place of Texas' First President

The Resting Place of Texas' First President

Visit the champion of Texas' independence at this beautiful Huntsville cemetery.

By Andrew Terpening

Eat, Drink and be Moo-y

Eat, Drink and be Moo-y

Freshly brewed mead and frolicking highland cows await you at the Slash-O-Meadery in Nacogdoches, TX!

By Andrew Terpening

White Gold of East Texas

White Gold of East Texas

Visit this museum and discover the industry that helped put Greenville on the map!

By Andrew Terpening

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Events Around East Texas This Weekend!

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Spinning Since the 1800’s

See the historic Texas State Railroad Turntable in action in Maydelle, TX.

Remnants of New Birmingham

Discover the remains of this once booming East Texas town.

Oldest Baptist Church in Texas

Discover the 1830's congregation and a replica of their tiny chapel here in the piney woods.

Fine Arts & Theatre

Bigfoot's Art Gallery

Discover his creative works during a hike at the Wood County Arboretum in Quitman, TX!

Jim Hogg’s Legacy & The Great Outdoors

Take a trip to the historical site and nature preserve known as, Jim Hogg Park in Rusk!

The Abandoned Storefront

Dialville Store - Dialville, TX

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Help & Hope for East Texas Youth

Peltier Subaru Supports: Next Step Community Solutions

Full Steam Ahead towards East Texas History

The History Center - Diboll, TX

Hunt for Fossils at this East Texas Park

Explore and discover ancient treasures along the Sulphur River!

Experience Life on the Ranch

Enjoy trail rides, the Noah's Ark Road Show petting zoo and so much more at the Pale Horse Ranch!

Abandoned Speakeasy on the Caddo

Dick and Charlie’s Tea Room - Uncertain, TX

Abandoned to the Pines

Discover the 1905 Aldridge Sawmill in Deep East Texas!