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Bonham
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This charming community is a historic landmark on the blackland prairie south of the Red River, the waterway that marks the border between Oklahoma and Texas. Named after Alamo hero James Butler Bonham, the town pays homage to its namesake with a statue on the courthouse square. Three small lakes at the nearby Caddo National Grasslands are open year-round for camping, boating, and fishing. Stroll around the town’s restored buildings and visit the Sam Rayburn House Museum to learn about this legendary politician who called Bonham home.
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Sam Rayburn House Museum
890 TX Hwy. 56 W. Bonham, TX 75418
903-583-5558
http://www.visitsamrayburnhouse.com
| Former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Sam Rayburn left behind his 1916 home with its original furnishings. His 1947 Cadillac, given to him by his fellow congressmen, is still in the garage for visitors to admire. Open Tue.–Sun. 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Call or visit website for fees and group reservations. Partially accessible for the mobility-impaired. |
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Sam Rayburn Library and Museum
800 W. Sam Rayburn Dr. Bonham, TX 75418
903-583-2455
http://www.cah.utexas.edu/museums/rayburn.php
| Part of the Dolph Briscoe Center for American History, the University of Texas at Austin, the Sam Rayburn Library and Museum exhibits important documents of Rayburn’s life. The centerpiece is a replica of his office as Speaker of the House. Call or visit website for hours and group tours. Admission: Free. |
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