The site includes the former Texas School Book Depository and Dealey Plaza, two of the sights forever associated with the assassination of John F. Kennedy.See more..
4.0John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza(984 reviews) - JFK Memorial Plaza Sunday: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
This simple monument to the slain president was built on a plaza adjacent to the Texas School Book Depository building.See more..
One of my favorite places in Irving. Photos don't do them justice. They are larger than life and the water splashing up from below makes them come alive. This is a perfect place for photo ops, senior pics, or just for a relaxing stroll after eating dinner across the street. Highly recommend.See more..
We decided that we would take a road trip to Huntsville from Houston area on a beautiful crisp winter day. First stop was the statue and visitor center. It is right on Interstate 45 at the entrance to Huntsville. The personnel at the VC were very nice with good directions on how to get to our next stop. The area nearby was inviting with lots of trees and bushes. The walk to see Sam Houston was minimal. While on the way we saw just the head of Sam sitting on the ground so we took a funny picture picking his nose. Ha! This is the world's tallest statue of an American hero at 77 feet tall constructed by David Adickes and dedicated in 1994. Everyone who drives I-45 past Huntsville sees this character.See more..
4.5JFK Tribute(211 reviews) - Ask not what your country can do for you. Monuments & Statues
Dallas is a world-famous city because of the JFK assassination. He stayed at Hotel Texas in Fortworrth on November 22nd, 1963. Now the hotel is the Hilton Fortworth. There is a statue of JFK at the Hilton. I visited there. The statue reminded me of his words, " Ask not what your country can do for you'. Great statue!See more..
4.0Stonehenge II(196 reviews) - A bit of England Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Monuments & Statues
Neolithic Britons (or nature-worshiping Druids or space aliens, depending on who you listen to) began assembling Stonehenge on the plains of Salisbury, England more than 5000 years ago. Its original purpose is still under debate ... but there is no mystery (or purpose, really) behind the Texas Hill Country's version. Stonehenge II was created as an art project by the late Al Shepperd, a Hill Country Arts Foundation patron, and his neighbor Doug Hill more than 20 years ago on Shepperd's land in nearby Hunt, Texas. Stonehenge II It took nine months to build and is 90 percent the height and 60 percent the width as the original. Giving free range to his fanciful notion, Shepperd added two 13-foot Easter Island head replicas for good measure. After Shepperd's death, the megalithic circle along with its Easter Island sidekicks needed a new home. In an effort to preserve this true Texas landmark, the sculptures were relocated stone-by-stone to their final resting place beside the Guadalupe River on the campus of the Hill Country Arts Foundation.See more..
4.5Bonfire Memorial(183 reviews) - Powerful and humbling memorial Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues • Scenic Walking Areas
What a well thought out memorial with each detail representing the tradition, loss of life and spirit of the Aggie pride. The free booklet offered in the parking lot gives an overview of the history behind the bonfires and describes each detail of the memorial. We spent approximately an hour reading the plaques and paying our respects. There are roughly 10 free parking spaces at the entrance of the memorial. If you, like us, get turned around due to construction just keep driving towards the very large white wall that is the entrance (behind lot 51.) See more..
My wife and I love all the sculptures and statues in the U.S. In Fort Stockton, Texas is a giant road runner. There is a place to park off the road across the street from it, a nondescript dirt pullout on E. Railroad Avenue. Across highway 285 is the visitors center, and one block south is the Old Fort Cemetery.See more..
After visiting the Buddy Holly Center, this is an easy stroll across the street. It’s a beautiful sculpture of Buddy Holly as well as the Texas Wall of Fame. The area has a large beautiful grass field were they hold local events. Dogs are permitted here and there are bags for dog waste. We really didn’t recognize names on the wall, but it was chilly and windy that day and we didn’t spend tons of time studying it. It’s a very fitting memorial to people and very convenient; right off the freeway.See more..
5.0Red River Valley Veterans Memorial Museum(93 reviews) - majestic view with a Jaw dropping experience ! Sunday: 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
The Red River Valley Veterans Memorial honors all veterans who have served in our military or on current active duty. The Memorial is a place for reflection, remembrance, gratitude and a place to educate present and future generations of the sacrifices made by members of their own family and their community to secure the freedoms we all enjoy. There are over 2500 granite pavers installed, 48 Family Benches, 18 Ornamental Tree Pavers, 2 Monuments and coming soon static displays of military equipment. We also have a visitor kiosk so visitors can search for a Veteran. We fly service flags 365 days a year and all LED lighting throughout the Memorial. There is also Major Donor bronze plaques that recognize all donors over $1,000. Near the entrance is a Blue Star Memorial Plaque to honor all Veterans.See more..
5.0Jacob's Dream Sculpture(78 reviews) - Inspirational focal point of ACU Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
Jacob’s Dream, a 40-foot-tall bronze sculpture on the campus of Abilene Christian University, was commissioned and dedicated as part of the university’s Centennial Celebration in 2006. The sculpture features four 8-foot-tall angels ascending and descending a ladder reaching to heaven, illustrating the biblical account of Jacob’s dream from Genesis 28. It is surrounded by an arrangement of limestone blocks inscribed with scriptures and a limestone pool. Its sculptor, ACU art and design professor Jack Maxwell, included art students in the creation of the project.See more..
5.0Chris Kyle "American Sniper" Memorial(74 reviews) - Way more than just a statue..... and rightly so. Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Very impressive memorial to visit. Its like something you would see in a big city, so kudos for the effort, design, and layout.See more..
4.5Branding the Brazos Sculpture(74 reviews) - It Represents the History of Waco Well! Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
This is an impressive sculpture depicting a traditional Texas trail drive on the Chisholm Trail. Each character is life size, unique, and real. It leads you to the bridge that crosses the river. It is located near the Waco Convention Center and is a short walk to downtown Waco.See more..
Very neat Helium molecule sculpture. This sculpture is also a time capsule, filled with books and memorabilia from 1968. It's located outside the science museum. Quick photo stop opportunity for travelers.See more..
The Esenhower bust stands at 16ft tall upon a 5ft stone pedestal flanked by five 35ft flagpoles. Each flagpole represents one of the 5 branches of military service. Personalized engraved bricks feature veterans and their service to our country. Designed by David Adickes.See more..
4.5Fannin Memorial Monument(46 reviews) - a sad and brutal story Spent < 1 hour Monuments & Statues
here is a large memorial to Jim Fannin and his men. Fannin and his men had captured the Presidio at Goliad very early during the Texas Revolution and renamed it Fort Defiance. Riders from the Alamo came to get help but Fannin for various reasons could never get there so retreated back to the Presidio. Finally on orders from Sam Houston to abandon Goliad Fannin waited to long and was caught on the road at Coleto Creek where a battle ensued with troops under Gen Urrea.. The Mexicans captured about 400 Texians and marched them back to Goliad where Urrea was ordered by Santa Ana to show no quarter to the Texians although Gen Urrea pleaded for their mercy. The captured Texians were marched outside of town and lined up and shot. Their bodies were then piled and set afire by burned little. The people of Goliad retrieved the bodies and placed them in this mass grave atop which now sits the Fannin Memorial.See more..
4.5Treue Der Union Monument(35 reviews) - Don't Drive Past This...It's a Little-Known (But Important) Incident Monuments & Statues
The bitter rivalry between "North" and "South" during the Civil War was played out when a group was slaughtered for having differing views from others. There's more to the story than that, but stopping by this monument is a moving experience and one worth making time for. The violence should not be forgotten. You don't have to care about history to understand that passion for an idea can be deadly.See more..
Came to town to try Blacks BBQ (which was great) and decided to check out the square; to our surprise the farmers market was setup on the west side of the courthouse. We walked the square and enjoyed the views of the Courthouse. Our courthouse in Bonham Tx has recently been brought back to 1800 era and looks very similar.See more..
4.59/11 Flight Crew Memorial(32 reviews) - How can it be less than 5 Stars Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
9/11 is our Peral Harbor and this memorial is dedicated to the first casualties of the war on terror. I was an active airline Captain at the time and my wife was a flight attendant. We all knew someone on those four flights. This is a wonderful reminder in an age when social studies and our world defense of freedom are not being taught. It is cliche, but freedom is not free and these flight crew members and first responders gave their full measure in defense of our freedoms. NEVER FORGET!! Anything less than 5 stars shows a lack of respect and understanding.See more..
Our family took us to the Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial Museum while we were in town. It is free to enter the small museum and to view the memorial and exhibits. All five branches of the services are represented - see my photographs. 100% worth a visit when you are in the area. See more..
We stopped here on a road trip to stretch our legs for a bit. It's such a beautiful sculpture!! There are benches everywhere as well as a nice walking path. A little ways from the sculpture is a picnic area. Perfect stop for anyone on a road trip. The sculpture itself is very moving! See more..
4.5The Empty Cross(19 reviews) - Ten stars!! Wow wow wow must see Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
This is truly holy ground. So moving, I was in tears just entering. Gorgeous, moving, it was one of the most amazing places I’ve ever been. Love of Christ and his love for us! No difference people, we are all his children. This is a must see area. Prayer garden was amazing too to see that we all need Christ.See more..
4.5Veterans Plaza and Vietnam Wall Replica(16 reviews) - Beautiful Display of Respect to Veterans Sunday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Monuments & Statues
Came here after hearing about it online and it was a great choice. It is a beautiful park and the layout is perfect. This place is one of the best memorial parks I have seen in a while and is a perfect place to go with family or even by yourself.See more..
Great Park to come have a picnic with the Bluebonnets during Bluebonnet season in April. However, the restrooms were very dirty.See more..
4.5Texas Panhandle War Memorial(14 reviews) - I recommend a visit! Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
My family and I most definitely enjoyed the visit to the Texas Panhandle War Memorial. We were welcomed with open arms, very friendly and the museum is most definitely a sight to see. It's a great place to visit in which to reflect our freedoms and to honor our brothers and sisters in arm that have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms and our nation. I most definitely recommend visiting, there are many historical artifacts to see, friendly and welcoming staff as well as a gift shop. 12/29See more..
Inventing abstract figurative imagery is my calling, and for fifty years I've been obsessed with creating surreal narrative bronze and cast stone sculptures, pen and ink drawings, photographs, and most recently assemblages. My joy is in creating whimsical, anthropomorphic creatures that lend themselves to scenario.See more..
Beautiful memorial. No rubbish, no homeless. Just a peaceful place to come and pay your respects. I also visited the memorial in Amarillo. West Texas does a great job in honoring and remembering our fallen soldiers. See more..
Being a veteran myself, I am always interested in visiting any memorials that have been established. I knew nothing about Camp Fannin but the informational markers were very informative. It is a shame that the government has never really taken any real action to reciprocate families affected by procurement of the land necessary for Camp Fannin.See more..
4.5Lone Star Monument and Historic Flag Park(9 reviews) - Great overlooked place of TX history Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
This is a place I often drive bye and heard of... was worth the stop to get a little fast of Texas historySee more..
We travel all over to catch the World’s Largest things... this Bee was a great stop on a spring break trip to the beautiful Rio Grande Valley of Texas.See more..
3.5Killough Massacre & Monument Site(7 reviews) - Neat part of history Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
If you're in to the east texas history, check this little place out tucked in to the piney woods of Cherokee county!! The monument there is amazing with a trail leading down to the old home place!! i was able to take some pretty cool pics!See more..
4.0John H Reagan Monument(7 reviews) - Garden area with seating Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
Since you can not park close to the monument, it is nice to have a nice area to sit down. The monument is close to the corner of one busy busy road and a neighborhood street. There is a sidewalk and one of us used a walker with wheels. Slightly up hill but we made it. The Roman soldier statue seated in front of Mr Reagan once had a sword. The sword is over in the Museum of East Texas. I’m glad we went there first or we wouldn’t have known about the sword. See more..
4.5Veterans Memorial Park(7 reviews) - Still looks great. Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
The place looks great and they are still nicely welcoming . The location of its establishment is friendly. See more..
4.5Monument to Georgia Volunteers(6 reviews) - Monument to Texas Revolution Georgia Battalion Volunteers Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
This is a simple monument but very moving when you read the story that accompanies the memorial. It is right on the main road and located in a nice park. Nice place to take a break.See more..
We drove to all but 2 of the painted boot statues in Pecos using the map we created from the the Pecos Texas website. The website has a great display of the boots. There were 2 listed that we were unable to find but the others were very visible. The 2 at the West of the Pecos Museum were especially beautiful. See more..
4.0Veterans Plaza & Memorial(3 reviews) - Police Memorial Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
This place is so historical and a perfect place to honor all who serve and have served. Not to mention the pumpkin patch in fall. Monuments, and grassy area have served our community well!See more..
The state part for Mrs Crockett is inside the old cemetery. Was well taken care of. Got some nice photos. The cemetery and well was interesting with all of the old headstones. Was a fun stop.See more..
3.5Fort Wolters - Texas State Historical Marker(2 reviews) - Ft. Wolters Monuments & Statues Interesting old/semi-abandoned military post in Mineral Wells, Texas. The site is basically a drive through site. Some interesting buildings and military equipment are on the site. Takes only a few minutes; worth the time if you are driving through the area.See more..
4.0Veterans Memorial & County Courthouse(1 review) - Historic Courthouse & Veterans Memorial Historic Sites • Monuments & Statues • Government Buildings
This historic courthouse is located in Haskell, Haskell County, Texas. Well preserved, its limestone exterior was originally done in the Italian Renaissance style and had a beautiful clock. The clock was removed in the 1931 renovation which added large symmetrical wings on each side. One corner of the courthouse square has a large beautiful gazebo. Another corner of the courthouse square has a Veterans Memorial.See more..
4.0Quanah Parker Trail Arrow(1 review) - Curiosa Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues Proprio a lato della storica e restaurata Magnolia Gas Station a Vega, risalente ai fati della Route 66, è impossibile non notare questa enorme freccia piantata nel terreno, dedicata all'ultimo Capo dei Comanche, con questo nome. Foto suggestiva.See more..
3.0Liberty Hill Veterans Park(1 review) - Very nice Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues
My husband and I visited Liberty Hill Veterans' Park on a Monday afternoon. There was plenty of street parking on the day we arrived. There is a nice rod-iron fence and roses circling the small park and a large concrete statue of a soldier kneeing at the entrance. There were several concrete walls that displayed local veterans who served in the armed forces. Benches are available as well.See more..
The four panel granite marker commemorates the service and sacrifice of veterans from Edwards County who died in World Wars I and II. The four panels (Army, Navy, Marines, and Army Air Corps) have the service persons’ name and some other facts. The Veterans Memorial is located on the north side of town near the Edwards County fairgrounds and a ball park.See more..
3.0Veterans Memorial(1 review) - Civil War, WW1, WWII, Korean and Vietnam Veterans Memorial Monuments & Statues
The Kimble County Veterans Memorial (for Civil War, WW1, WWII, Korean and Vietnam) is located a corner of the Kimble County courtyard. The courthouse lawn is very green and maintained well. It is a nice place to reflect on the sacrifices our military has made.See more..
My husband and I spent about 20 minutes at Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Big Spring on a Thursday morning. There were 2 helicopters, a fight plane, a tank, two nice monuments, encased fallen soldier memorial and a small covered pavilion with local military members’ names and photos. The grounds were well cared for and there was plenty of parking. Some prairie dogs and ground owls were present as well. This is a nice place to visit and it is very close to Big Spring state park.See more..
This is a great memorial for our veterans here in the Brazos Valley. It is a beautiful way to honor our veterans. There is lots of shade to sit a reflect, a nice trail to follow the conflicts with life-sized statues, a Wall of Honor, interpretive panels, and memorial sites.See more..
