Nacogdoches is a city in the eastern part of the State of Texas, US. The city is home to the largest azalea garden in Texas and Stephen F. Austin State University. Thought to be the oldest town in Texas, Nacogdoches is also regarded as one of the most historic cities in the state. Located here are various attractions which attract tourists from almost every part of the world. A visit to the Historic Town Center and Millard’s Crossing Historic Village is suggested for history lovers. Located here are numerous parks and gardens like Durst Taylor House and Gardens, Mission Tejas State Park, Cherokee Trace Drive-thru Safari (Wildlife Park), and more. While in the city, indulge in activities like zip camping, hiking, zipline, skating, and more.
The Art ExchangeThe Art Exchange is an art gallery comprising art work by artists from Nacogdoches and surrounding areas. From more than 30 years these artists have been working together. The common trait amongst all these is their passion to create art. These artists paint original art work, note card produced from original paintings, and more. Apart from paintings and art work, one can also find here fresh coffee beans in numerous flavors, select pieces of up-cycled furniture, selected handmade jewelry from across the country, and more!
Lanana Creek TrailThe beautiful Lanana Creek Trail is approximately 6.9 miles long and runs from south center of the city to the north. While moving on the Lanana Creek Trail, one will reach the vast open grassland in the northern part of the city.
Durst-Taylor Historic House and GardensThe Durst-Taylor Historic House and Gardens is a museum. The house is a wooden structure and the second oldest building in the city. It has served home to numerous early bankers, businessmen, and political leaders including Bennet Blake, William Ochiltree, and Thomas J. Rusk. Located in its premises are heirloom gardens, a sugarcane mill, chicken coop, blacksmith shop, and a fully functioning smokehouse. The Durst-Taylor Historic House and Gardens holds annual Old-Fashioned Sweet Tooth Sugarcane event on second Saturday in the month of January.