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Beaumont
Ever since the Lucas gusher of 1901 erupted, the story of Texas oil and the bayou have combined here to create what the natives call a “lagniappe,” or “a little something extra.” Crockett Street, Beaumont’s downtown entertainment district, will keep you entertained with its Cajun cuisine and clubs showcasing all sorts of music, from blues to traditional Texas two-step. A new entertainment complex, Ford Park, brings in events and shows from far and wide.
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Fire Museum of Texas
400 Walnut Beaumont, TX 77701
409-880-3927
http://www.firemuseumoftexas.org
| Explore this extensive collection of fire engines and firefighting equipment that dates back to 1856. Discover the history of the fire service and the development of the fire engine through numerous exhibits. Open Mon.–Fri. 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Admission: Free (donations accepted). After hour tours and guided group tours of 10 or more by appointment. |
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Spindletop–Gladys City Boomtown Museum
U.S. 69 at University Dr. Beaumont, TX 77701
409-835-0823
http://www.spindletop.org
| Discovered in 1901, the Lucas gusher created an oil boom in Beaumont that marked the beginning of Texas’s Petroleum Age. The museum documents this era that is so fundamental to the Texas story. Open Tue.–Sat. 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m.–5 p.m. (closed major holidays). Call or visit website for fees, group rates, and tours. |
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