Built in 1902 by timber tycoon John Henry Kirby for his brother James. The house was occupied by his family for 85 years. The mansion is now owned by the Hardin County Arts and Educational Foundation and features furnishings, photos, papers, and artifacts dating back to 1832
Kountze, TX MuseumsDetails about the Big Thicket National Preserve, interpretive panels, information on trails and boating. Hiking trails of various lengths have interpretive panels at several locations. 7 mi. north of Kountze on F.M. 420
Kountze, TX Information CentersFeatures 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
Kountze, TX MuseumsLocated on Village Creek in the heart of the Big Thicket, you can take a short trip of three to four hours, or two to three d...
Three galleries featuring exhibits and a growing permanent collection of 19th- and 20th-century art and photography. Gift sho...
Shelby County, one of the original counties in the Republic of Texas, is rich in history. The museum, a three-building comple...
Guides/outfitters offer canoe trips, tour boat rides, hikes, van tours, and country cottage in Bit Thicket biosphere. Tours i...