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World’s Richest Acre Park

On part of one downtown block, about 1.2 acres, once stood the greatest concentration of oil wells in the world producing more than 2½ million barrels of oil. All but one of the original derricks were dismantled in early 1960s. The original derrick and 36 new ones, a restored pumpjack, a granite monument to the pioneer oil families of East Texas, and brick walkways erected in a historical preservation program make the park a monument to the oil boom of 1930s. A historical marker details history of the plot. An interesting sidelight is that one well was drilled through the terrazzo floor of the Kilgore National Bank that once stood on site. At Main and Commerce sts. across from railroad depot.

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Kilgore, Texas

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The "new" church was completed in 1870. Nearby still stands a tiny chapel built as the first community project of the Alsatian pioneers. It features tall stained-glass windows and its original wood altars, statues and pews. The chapel is on grounds of the Moye Retreat Center, former convent of the Sisters of Divine Providence. St. Louis Day church festival is celebrated yearly, usually on Sunday closest to Aug. 25. Visitors welcome. U.S. 90 and Angelo St.

City: Castroville
Region: Hill Country

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Popular Activities

With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular activities to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.

Silent Wings Museum
City: Lubbock
Region: Panhandle Plains

Fort Worth Zoo
City: Fort Worth
Region: Prairies and Lakes

Caldwell Zoo
City: Tyler
Region: Piney Woods

NASA / Space Center Houston
City: Houston
Region: Gulf Coast

River Walk
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains

Aquarena Center
City: San Marcos
Region: Hill Country

Marfa Mystery Lights Viewing Center
City: Marfa
Region: Big Bend Country

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