Silsbee was established in 1894 by John Henry Kirby as a sawmill town. Today it is the home of the Louisiana-Pacific Corporation. Silsbee is the largest city and principal commercial center in Hardin County.
The Silsbee Little Theater is one of best-known amateur theaters in Southeast Texas. Excellent city parks include tennis and basketball courts, picnic areas and playgrounds. Excellent hunting and fishing is also available in the immediate area.
A Texas Nature Conservancy Preserve of 2,138
Silsbee, TX Nature PreservesLocated 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 days in this national preserve. Reservations recommended. At 1430 U.S. 96
Silsbee, TX Canoeing Course Access: Private
Holes: 9
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Features the work of the late Russian American post impressionist, Leo Michelson. The Museum also displays the Gloria and Ber...
Built 1907, and one of few such libraries still serving its original purpose. Second floor designed as opera house. On displa...
At Martin Creek Lake Park the camping facilities include restrooms with showers; hike-in primitive campsites with no drinkin...
Restored vaudeville theatre, built in 1934, is home to a variety of stage plays, music performances and special events. ...