Attractions

One Hundred Acres of Heritage
Historic Downtown District -- 903/237-4040 Admission: Free

A self-guided tour of historic sights guides the visitor through the history of Longview from it's beginning through the oil boom days. Taking the tour while walking is best. However, it can also be enjoyed from a vehicle. The picturesque Gregg County Courthouse lawn contains numerous memorials and markers. The courthouse grounds and all of downtown come fabulously alive on December nights with thousands of lights. Copies of the guide are available from various downtown merchants, restaurants and the Gregg County Historical Museum.

Museums

Gregg County HistoricalMuseum
214 North Fredonia St. -- 903/753-5840
Admission: - $2 - $1

The museum is housed in the historic Everett Building in Downtown Longview. Originally built as the Citizens National Bank in 1910, it was presented to the Gregg County Historical Foundation in 1979. The Everett Building is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and has an Official Texas Historical Marker. The many exhibits illustrate the development of Gregg County with numerous artifacts and historic photographs. A specially designed hands-on area is a favorite of both children and adults. The first Saturday of December, history and exhibits come alive when actors depict holiday traditions from years gone by.
Open Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Longview Museum of Fine Arts
215 East Tyler St -- 903/753-8103
Admission: - Free

Chartered in 1970, the Museum houses a comprehensive collection of paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture focusing on artists primarily of the Southwest, especially Texans. In addition to a permanent collection, Longview Art Museum presents special exhibits each month. A gift gallery has a unique selection of  jewelry, cards and items chosen to compliment visiting exhibitions or highlight features of the permanent collection. During Holiday Market each November and December the gift gallery overflows into adjoining exhibition space with selections by artisans from all over the world.
Open Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m. -4 p.m.

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