Was home of John H. Shary, known as father of Texas citrus industry, first to grow fruit commercially. Later the home became the valley residence for Governor and Mrs. Allan Shivers. Across from house is Shary Memorial Chapel and park, maintained as memorial to Shary;
Mission, TX Historic HomesHidalgo County park at Anzalduas Dam on the Rio Grande. Rest rooms, covered bird-observation pier, pavilion, boat dock, and paved roads. Picnicking in shady wooded area;
Mission, TX ParksOnly existing hand-operated ferry of its kind. Carries three cars and limited number of passengers at a time, and you can help pull. In 1975 ferry was recognized with state historical marker. Crosses Rio Grande from area of ebony trees (los ebanos). Fourteen miles west on U.S. 83; 3
Mission, TX BoatingLocated within Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park, site meant to educate the public about the unique wildlife within the region and promote environmental conservation. It'
Mission, TX Wildlife AreasHidden away in Texas mesquite, La Lomita (Little Hill) Chapel was first built in 1865, an adobe overnight way station for Oblate padres who regularly traveled on horseback between Brownsville and Roma. Tiny (12 by 25 feet) structure, rebuilt of sandstone in 1889
Mission, TX Historic ChurchesFormer home of eminent statesman, rancher, Jose Antonio Navarro. Site consists of three restored structures: his home, kitche...
One level below the downtown streets, the popular Paseo del Rio (River Walk) is edged by hotels, art and gift shops, restaura...
Historic artifacts and other memorabilia recall the history and German influence in the area. Exhibits include a replica of a...
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As conquistadors of centuries ago explored new lands for "God, Gold and Glory," the Church played an integral part in coloniz...