Old Nacogdoches University

Built 1845, modified Grecian structure was first nonsectarian university established during Republic of Texas. On Washington Square, campus of Thomas J. Rusk Middle School, building is museum featuring antique furniture, silver, other relics. Mound and Hughes Sts.

Getting There & Details

Hours
Hours Open: Tues. - Fri. 1 - 4 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun. 1 - 4 p.m.
Phone
936/569-7292
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More Things to Do

Go a little further.

The next turn is often where things start to get interesting.

Millard’s Crossing

A reconstructed historic village on 37 acres just north of the city depicts a broad…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Lanana Creek Trail

Six-mile rustic trail through Pecan Acres Park along Lanana Creek. Scenic trail follows paths once…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

El Camino Real

"The King's Highway;" first blazed in 1691 by Domingo Teran de los Rios, first provincial…

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Old North Church

Believed to be oldest union church in Texas; several denominations worshiped here. First was Baptist…

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