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Tours & Scavenger Hunts
Whether you prefer to step back in time to explore our historic districts or plan to admire the arts and good eats downtown, you're in for a real adventure! These tours are sure to send you on a journey to discover the past and present of Palestine.
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Art Challenges & Scavenger Hunts
Caboose Craze
I spy a painted caboose! See if you can find all 48 painted caboose planters around town. We hope that you enjoy the search, find some good eats, and check out some local shops. Tag us at #visitpalestine with your photos! Happy Hunting!
I spy a painted caboose! See if you can find all 48 painted caboose planters around town. We hope that you enjoy the search, find some good eats, and check out some local shops. Tag us at #visitpalestine with your photos! Happy Hunting!
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Art Tracks 2022 Sculptures
They are colorful, creative, and all around our Main Street District. Check out all 13 modern pieces by Palestine native Jeffie Brewer. Take photos with each one and tag us at #visitpalestine.
They are colorful, creative, and all around our Main Street District. Check out all 13 modern pieces by Palestine native Jeffie Brewer. Take photos with each one and tag us at #visitpalestine.
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Mural Challenge
25 murals and counting! These artistic pieces are all over town and have been created by many different artists. One was even set up as a paint by number for the community to help fill in. Tag us with you photos at each location. #visitpalestine
25 murals and counting! These artistic pieces are all over town and have been created by many different artists. One was even set up as a paint by number for the community to help fill in. Tag us with you photos at each location. #visitpalestine
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Anderson County Historical Markers
Homes with Historic Markers
In an area rich with historical architecture, Anderson County boasts 11 homes that have been recognized with Texas Historic Markers.
In an area rich with historical architecture, Anderson County boasts 11 homes that have been recognized with Texas Historic Markers.
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Cemeteries with History
Anderson County has historical markers scattered throughout 25 cemeteries recognizing both the locations as well as prominent figures from the community.
Anderson County has historical markers scattered throughout 25 cemeteries recognizing both the locations as well as prominent figures from the community.
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Historic Churches
29 churches in Anderson County have been recognized and have have Texas Historical markers detailing the past that made them notable.
29 churches in Anderson County have been recognized and have have Texas Historical markers detailing the past that made them notable.
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People of Influence
Historical markers are located throughout Anderson County to recognize influential people that have left their mark in our area.
Historical markers are located throughout Anderson County to recognize influential people that have left their mark in our area.
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Anderson County Historical Markers
With 139 listed historical markers, there are 48 locations around town that document the history and growth of Anderson County.
With 139 listed historical markers, there are 48 locations around town that document the history and growth of Anderson County.
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National Register of Historic Places
Anderson County has 26 locations recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.
Anderson County has 26 locations recognized on the National Register of Historic Places.
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History Tours
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Railroad History Tour
Follow along to experience how the railroad shaped the people and the town of Palestine, TX!
Follow along to experience how the railroad shaped the people and the town of Palestine, TX!
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Downtown Walking Tour
Step back in time to see some of the historic buildings in the Main Street District.
Step back in time to see some of the historic buildings in the Main Street District.
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Northside Historic Driving Tour
This tour encompasses the north historic district. The stops include historic buildings and homes with notable architectural character.
This tour encompasses the north historic district. The stops include historic buildings and homes with notable architectural character.
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Southside Historic Driving Tour
This tour encompasses the south historic district. The stops include historic buildings and homes with notable architectural character.
This tour encompasses the south historic district. The stops include historic buildings and homes with notable architectural character.
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Black History and Heritage Tour
The legends and legacies of the black community in Palestine, TX.
The legends and legacies of the black community in Palestine, TX.
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Unique to Palestine
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Unique Eats
Jump on this challenge to savor the unique flavors of Palestine. To complete the challenge check-in at each location. Recommendations are under details!
Jump on this challenge to savor the unique flavors of Palestine. To complete the challenge check-in at each location. Recommendations are under details!
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Girls Weekend!
Grab your girls and enjoy all that Palestine, Tx has to offer!
Grab your girls and enjoy all that Palestine, Tx has to offer!
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Virtual Tours
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Museum of East Texas Culture
Step back in time and explore the halls of this 1916 school turned museum.
Step back in time and explore the halls of this 1916 school turned museum.
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First Presbyterian Church
Check out this virtual tour of the First Presbyterian Church. Built-in 1887, this building is for sure a historic gem. Be sure to check out the ceiling!
Check out this virtual tour of the First Presbyterian Church. Built-in 1887, this building is for sure a historic gem. Be sure to check out the ceiling!
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St. Philips Episcopal Church
This view is usually reserved for Sunday morning services, but this tour will take you beyond your favorite pew. Get up close and personal to beautiful stained glass and woodwork.
This view is usually reserved for Sunday morning services, but this tour will take you beyond your favorite pew. Get up close and personal to beautiful stained glass and woodwork.
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Sacred Heart Catholic Church
360 views of one of the most spectacular pieces of architecture in Palestine! Check out this virtual tour of Sacred Heart to be inspired by it's stained glass beauty.
360 views of one of the most spectacular pieces of architecture in Palestine! Check out this virtual tour of Sacred Heart to be inspired by it's stained glass beauty.
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Scavenger Hunts
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Level One
Think you know Palestine? Let these riddles and rhymes lead you across town to familiar places.
Think you know Palestine? Let these riddles and rhymes lead you across town to familiar places.
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Level Two
So you figure you know your way around town, huh? Try your luck with this hunt that'll separate the locals from the tourists.
So you figure you know your way around town, huh? Try your luck with this hunt that'll separate the locals from the tourists.
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Level Three
WARNING: Not for the faint of heart! This hunt will really test your skills.
WARNING: Not for the faint of heart! This hunt will really test your skills.
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For scavenger hunt answers contact the Palestine Visitors Center.
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Group Tours
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Group Tours
Have a large group? We offer group tour services. For more information, click details.
Have a large group? We offer group tour services. For more information, click details.
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Visit Palestine App
Download the Visit Palestine App to build your own tour or to gain access to one of ours!
Download the Visit Palestine App to build your own tour or to gain access to one of ours!
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