Pelt Pond Rural Life Museum

Features folk art, artifacts, and other media to preserve the pioneer spirit of rural East Texas. In scenic Big Thicket area, exhibits also include farm animals. From Kountze, Texas 326 south 13 mi.; F.M. 421 east 1.2 mi.

Getting There & Details

Hours
Apr. - Nov. Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Phone
409-287-3300
Map
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