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City
of Henderson Department of Tourism/Main Street
502 West Main Street
Henderson, Texas 75652
903-657-6551
• 866-650-5529
• FAX: 903-655-1513
Email
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Best of East Texas nestled in the great piney
woods of East Texas. Henderson is named after
the first Governor of the State of Texas,
James Pickeney Henderson. Henderson also finds
itself located at the heart of four prominent
East Texas highways. Hendersonites like to
boast that all roads lead to Hendersonalmost
literally!
Henderson
is a Texas Main Street City with a National
Register Historic Downtown. Antique and upscale
shopping are the highlights of Hendersons
beautiful restored downtown square. The Opera
House is the home base for the Henderson Civic
Theater. Several productions are held throughout
the year. The Opera House was built in 1885.
The
Depot Museum is located just a few blocks
from downtown, and is famous for the only
three-holer outhouse with a historical marker
in the state. Also located on the Depots four
acres are seven other restored buildings from
Rusk Countys past.
The second Saturday in November is the Heritage
Syrup Festival not a small affair, the approximate
attendance during this one day event is 14,000
and growing!
Hospitality awaits you in Henderson. Come
and have a great time! For more information,
contact Department of Tourism, City of Henderson. |
| East Texas Wildflower Trails |
April 15-May 31 |
| What: |
Enjoy four itineraries within a 100 mile radius of breathtaking Texas Wildflowers. The self driving tour includes: museums, shopping and history along the way. |
| Where: |
Along the road sides of Rusk County |
| Admission: |
Free |
| Contact: |
Suzanne Cross, Tourism Coordinator, City of Henderson, 1-866-650-5529 Ext. 800 |
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| 12th Annual Antique Tractor Show |
April 18-19 |
| What: |
Tractor pulls, large exhibit of antique tractors & tools, small engine displays, corn grinding, horse drawn equipment, tractor games, rope making, hay baling, & parade. |
| Where: |
Tommy McDaniel Youth Expo Center at Rusk County Airport Hwy 13W. |
| Admission: |
Family $6.00, Adults $3.00, Youth $2.00, Kids under 12 free. |
| Contact: |
Don Reynolds, (903) 889-2671 |
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| Sacred Harp Singing National Convention |
August 9 & 10 |
| What: |
Historic form of folk Christian music-acappela and four part harmony. |
| Where: |
Henderson Community Center 302 Fair Park Henderson |
| Admission: |
Donations accepted - Saturday. 9 am - 3 pm Sunday 9:30 pm - 2:30 pm |
| Contact: |
David Rousseau – Phone, (903) 889-3344 |
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| 15th Annual Rusk County Rodeo |
October 16-18 |
| What: |
PRCA Dodge Series Rodeo- Bull Riding, barrel riding, bronc riding, calf roping, team roping, calf scramble, wild goose chase & wild cow milking. |
| Where: |
Tommy McDaniel Youth Expo Center at Rusk County Airport Hwy 13W. |
| Admission: |
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| Contact: |
Ron Yandle (903) 657-9508 or Henderson Tourism 866-650-5529 Ext 800 |
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| 20th Annual Heritage Syrup Festival |
November 8 |
| What: |
Mule powered ole time syrup making with folk artist, food, bands, antique tractors at Depot Museum. Hay ride, arts/crafts, food, antique & classic car exhibits, bands, cloggers & square dancers & a children’s section. 9:00 am - 5:00 pm |
| Where: |
Depot Museum Ground 514 N. High Street & Downtown Historic District |
| Admission: |
Syrup Making Adults: $2.00 Children: $1.00 Shuttle Ride $1.00 |
| Contact: |
Suzanne Cross, City of Henderson, 1-866-650-5529 Ext. 800 |
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| Christmas Parade |
December 4 |
| What: |
Parade to kick off Christmas season. |
| Where: |
Downtown Henderson - 6:30 pm |
| Admission: |
Free |
| Contact: |
Henderson Area Chamber of Commerce (903) 657-5528 |
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