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Vintage cable-tool drilling rig, Pioneer Park in Kermit
KERMIT
Pop. 6,925Alt. 2,890
Map L-7
General-Winkler County seat was a mere
village in 1926 when population of entirecounty was 8 1. Then oil was discovered
nearby in the fabulous Permian Basin, and
the boom was on. Today a center for oil and
petroleum-based industries. County-owned golf course 7 miles west on Texas
302: open daily except Mon.
Medallion Home--City's oldest existing structure furnished with period
pieces. Open weekdays 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sun. 3 - 5 p.m. North side of Winkler
County Park.
Pioneer Park-Outdoor museum includes Moorhead Derrick, a cable tool
derrick with walking beam. Last active equipment of its type; was in opera-
tion until 1966. Other items are oldest house in Kermit, and "nester's shack"
which were moved to site. Nearby Winkler County Park offers swimming,
picnicking, athletic courts. Open daily. Four blocks north of Texas 302 at
east city limits.KERRVILLE
Pop. 18,118Alt. 1,645
Map Q-14
General-Seat of Kerr County, one of state's
most popular health and recreation centers.Area believed by many to have most ideal
climate in the nation. More than two dozen
boys' and girls' camps, scores of hotels,
motels, dude ranches and religious encampments attract thousands annually.
Rugged cedar and live oak-covered hills, picturesque green valleys and beau-
tiful streams edged by towering cypress. White-tailed deer so numerous that
motorists are cautioned to be on the alert for them, especially at night.
Capt. Charles A. Schreiner, born in Riguewihr, France, was early, promi-
nent Keriville settler. He served with the Confederacy and as a Texas Ranger;
established general merchandising business in Kerrville, 1869. The Charles
Schreiner Co. owned more than 600,000 acres of land by 1900. extending
some 80 miles northwest to Menard. Among Schreiner's philanthropies was
establishment of Schreiner Institute (now Schreiner College).
Industries include Mooney Aircraft, James Avery Silversmith.
Major annual event are Texas State Arts & Crafts Fair, Memorial Day
weekend, provides opportunity to see works of more than 200 of Texas'
finest artists and craftsmen; Texas Mohair Festival in January, and EAA Fly-In
and Air Show in October. Music festivals featuring folk and Country/Western
stars are usually held on Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends at Quiet
Valley Ranch south of Kerrville.
Cowboy Artists of America Museum-Splendid showcase for contem-
porary cowboy artists including works by Joe Beeler, James Boren, RobertDuncan, Melvin Warren and others: permanent and rotating collections: spe-
cial exhibitions; workshops by artists in residence; library, auditorium and
museum store. Open Tues. - Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun. 1 - 5 p.m. Also Mon.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. in June - Aug. 1550 Bandera Hwy. (Texas 173) south of town. L
Admission.
Hill Country Arts Foundation-See INGRAM.
Hill Country Museum-Hill Country antiques, artifacts and memorabilia in
former home of Capt. Charles A. Schreiner (see General, above). Handsome
Romanesque stone structure (1879) features French crystal chandeliers, deco- L
rative accents. Open Mon. - Thurs. 1 - 4:30 p.m.; Fri. - Sat. 10 a.m. - noon, 1 -
4:30 p.m. 226 Earl Garrett St. Admission.
Kerrville Camera Safari-Observe native and exotic animals from around
the world as they roam over the Wilson-Haley Ranch in the beautiful Texas E
Hill Country. The drive-through ranch features many animals from addax to
zebra. Open 9 a.m. - sunset daily. At 1-10 and Texas 16 (exit 508). 210/792-
3600. Admission.
Kerrville State Park-500 beautiful Hill Country acres on upper reaches of
cypress-edged Guadalupe River. Camping, shelters, RV hookups, rest rooms,
picnicking, fishing, swimming, nature study, hiking. South edge of city off
Texas 173. Admission. 210/257-5392.
Stonehenge in the Hills-See INGRAM.
Texas Heritage Music Museum-Memorabilia of Texas musicians. Also
has CDs, cassettes, and albums of Texas musicians on consignment. Monthly
song writer showcase features local writers and musicians performing origi-
nal music. Major sponsor of Jimmie Rogers jubilee held in Sept. Open Mon. -
Fri. 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sat., Sun. noon - 5 p.m. For information and schedules,
call 210/895-4442. At Inn of the Hills, 1001 junction Hwy., Suite F.
Hill Country Museum, Kerrville
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