Mineola's location makes it a perfect tourist destination. It lies between Interstates 20 and 30 and crossroads Hwys. 37, 69 and 80. At the edge of the piney woods of East Texas and amid the lake country, Mineola flourishes as a fun and relaxing week-end getaway.

Ten years of Main Street designation has encouraged the development of a strong and focused historic downtown district. A unique mix of antique, retail, craft, giftware, service and food shops provides a peaceful escape for tourists to wander at their leisure in Small Town USA.

Stately, historic homes have become some of the states most beautiful bed and breakfast inns, each with its own special, unique charm. Mineola also boasts a good variety of fine restaurants.

Cultural activity abounds in Mineola with the oldest continuous working theater and an art gallery•dinner theater. A strong Arts League offers many classes, and Mineola is home to many dancers, painters, writers, musicians, potters, photographers and wood carvers.

The historic Wisner Field Airport and the impressive Mineola Civic Center are favorite year-round rally centers for recreational vehicle groups. Mineola is a designated Amtrak stop and charters Arrow Trailways motor coaches.

A recently completed Sports Park Complex boasts state sanctioned horseshoe tournaments as well as sand volleyball and basketball courts. A huge pavilion and a state award winning gazebo are available for weddings, reunions, parties, meetings, and receptions, etc.

Escape to Mineola, Where People Make the Difference.