Gainesville “The Front Porch to Texas”! Home of the World Renowned Frank Buck Zoo has many exciting exhibits and daily giraffe feedings and is centered in Leonard Park featuring a community playground, park pavilion, pool and train rides throughout the park.

One of the largest collection of Victorian homes and architecture in North Texas, is nestled in the South Gainesville Historic District. Homes built in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s still stand and are home to many local residents. Tour the neighborhood either by car or self-guided tour. Shopping is abundant and will please the hardiest to the casual window shopper. Gainesville’s historic square is full of a variety of shops from antiques, art galleries, jewelers, unique gift items, clocks, interior designs, apparel boutiques and more! Enjoy a selection of tea rooms, hometown diners, restaurants and the famous Fried Pie Co. on the square.

See the Santa Fe Depot Museum while you visit via the Amtrak Heartland Flyer. Enjoy local entertainment at the Butterfield Stage Playhouse a former Carnegie Library or at the restored State Theater. Just north enjoy the Winstar World Casino.

For more information contact the Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce at www.gogainesville.net or 940-665-2831, 311 S. Weaver Gainesville TX 76241. Email: Lynette@gainesvillecofc.com