Cleburne

First known as Camp Henderson, Cleburne is the seat of Johnson County and was established about 1854. In 1867. the town name was changed to honor Confederate Gen. Pat Cleburne. Johnson County is an agricultural area featuring dairy, livestock, and farming. Cleburne’s economy is supported by diversified industry. The city’s growth was due to the railroad, and it once was the location of the state’s largest railroad construction and repair shops. Currently on display in Hulen Park is the historic locomotive #3417 which is in the process of being restored.

The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Layland Museum

The Layland Museum is located in the handsome 1904 Carnegie Library listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum houses Johnson County historical relics, early Texana, comprehensive Indian…

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Things to Do in Cleburne

Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Historic Homes Tour

Several homes in varying architectural designs have been restored to their original charm of the…

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Riverview Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3 days

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Pat Cleburne Municipal Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Locomotive #3417

Currently on display in Hulen Park is the historic locomotive #3417 which is in the…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Johnson County Courthouse

The Johnson County Courthouse,built in 1912 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places,…

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Keep it easy.

The best days usually come without pressure or overplanning.

Riverview Golf Club

Riverview Golf Club, a well-designed public course, is player friendly, featuring elevated greens that require…

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Let it unfold.

Not everything needs to be scheduled to be meaningful.

Pat Cleburne Municipal Golf Course

Pat Cleburne Municipal Golf course's front nine is flat and easy to walk, whereas its…

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