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

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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

Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

El Camino Real

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

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Old North Church

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

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Lanana Creek Trail

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

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Millard’s Crossing

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

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