Texas: Landmarks and Legacies

Links in Smith County
Arp Independent School District

Arp, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Education Sub-Topic: High Schools
Home of the Tigers

Astronomical Society of East Texas

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Science Sub-Topic: Astronomy
The Astronomical Society of East Texas is an astronomy club dedicated to the pursuit and promotion of amateur astronomy in the East Texas region.

Beauty and the Beast - Bicycle Tour

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Sports Sub-Topic: Bike Rallies
Visit the scenic Beauty of East Texas, and conquer the *Beast*. Tour lengths include 12, 20, 33, 41, 52, 64, 70 mile race route and the 64 mile takes on the Ferocious Beast, locally known as Killer Hill! Sponsored by the Tyler Bicycle Club.

Bishop T.K. Gorman High School

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Education Sub-Topic: High Schools
Catholic High School for Tyler, a U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.

Bonner-Whittaker-McClendon House

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Historic Homes
One of the finest examples of Eastlake Bracketed Victorian Architecture remaining in East Texas. Guided Tours depicting Tyler's political, cultural history from post-Civil War. Birthplaced of noted Washington D.C. news correspondent, Sarah McClendon. 806 West Houston, 903-592-3533

Bullard ISD

Bullard, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Education Sub-Topic: High Schools
Home of the Panthers

Caldwell Zoo

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Nature Sub-Topic: Private Zoos
Nestled on 85 beautifully landscaped acres in the piney woods of East Texas, the Caldwell Zoo is home to over 2,000 animals. Owned and operated by the Caldwell Foundation the zoo is one of the finest private Zoos in the nation.

Camp Ford, C.S.A.

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Civil War
At its peak in July 1864, over 5,300 prisoners were detained at Camp Ford. The Historic Park is located on US Highway 271, just outside Loop 323. It is open daily, dawn to dusk. Admission is free.

Camp Tyler

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Recreation Sub-Topic: Summer Camps
The Camp Tyler Foundation provides a place for personal growth and development of young people; for experiential learning designed to bring children closer to the land; for children who have limited opportunities to experience the outdoors elsewhere; where families can come to learn together. Locted on a 400 acre facility on Lake Tyler. 903-262-1269.

Chamblee's Rose Nursery

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: House and Garden Sub-Topic: Roses
Over 200 varieties of roses available for mail order shipment. 10926 U.S. Hwy. 69 North, 800-256-ROSE(7673)

Cowboy Classic Coffees

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Food Sub-Topic: Coffee
Michael Martin Murphey's Cowboy Classic Coffees. We hope you will enjoy our great selection of Gourmet Arabica Coffees with a Western Flair, Music, and other items. Guaranteed fresh and ready to enjoy upon delivery. 4828 S. Broadway, Suite 325, Tyler, 75703 (888)453-0517

Earl Campbell - The Official Website

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: People Sub-Topic: Famous Athletes
Home page of Earl Campbell, the Tyler Rose, and Heisman Trophy winner from the University of Texas, and NFL Hall of Famer. Read more at his Official Website.

East Texas Symphony Orchestra

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Music Sub-Topic: Orchestras
The Vaughn Auditorium is the main Concert Hall for The East Texas Symphony Orchestra, with a seating capacity of 2033, located on the Campus of The University of Texas at Tyler. (903) 526-ETSO (3876)

Edwards Plantation Bed and Breakfast

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Lodging Sub-Topic: Bed and Breakfast
Bob & DeeDee Edwards, resident owners. 15320 FM 2767, 903-566-8680.

Grassroots America - Hideaway, Texas

Hideaway, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: TEA Party Sub-Topic: Local
It is Time to do our part. To sacrifice for our country and for our children and grandchildren and FOR ALL future generations.It is Time to stand a little taller. A Time to take our sacred place among “patriots” of ALL past generations. There is no Time for hesitation.It is Time to do what is Right no matter the consequences which may follow. THIS IS A DAY OF SACRIFICE!

Harrold's Model Train Museum

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Museums Sub-Topic: Model Trains
Over the years, Harrold's Model Train Museum features his love of model railroading, and has been featured in several local and state publications and television. Open, Tuesday thru Saturday, 10:00 am til 4:00 pm, 8103 North U.S. Highway 271, Tyler, 75708. Closed Sunday and Monday. 903-531-9404

Heathwood Manor Bed and Breakfast

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Lodging Sub-Topic: Bed and Breakfast
The home is an elegant two story nestled on a beautiful one-half acre site in the Azalea District. Lovely gardens, stately oak and pecan trees surround the property. 903-596-7764

Historic Aviation Memorial Museum

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Museums Sub-Topic: Aviation
2,000 square foot Exhibit Hall displays many aviation items and memorabilia of the 20th century. Multipurpose Hall houses our library, office, and meeting area. Connecting these areas is the 13,000 square foot hangar. (903) 526-1945

History of Arp, Texas - The Handbook of Texas Online

Arp, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Local
The Handbook of Texas Online is a multidisciplinary encyclopedia of Texas history, geography, and culture.

History of Lindale, Texas - The Handbook of Texas Online

Lindale, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Local
The Handbook of Texas Online is a multidisciplinary encyclopedia of Texas history, geography, and culture.

History of Noonday, Texas - The Handbook of Texas Online

Noonday, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Local
The Handbook of Texas Online is a multidisciplinary encyclopedia of Texas history, geography, and culture.

History of Troup, Texas - The Handbook of Texas Online

Troup, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Local
The Handbook of Texas Online is a multidisciplinary encyclopedia of Texas history, geography, and culture.

History of Tyler, Texas - The Handbook of Texas Online

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Local
The Handbook of Texas Online is a multidisciplinary encyclopedia of Texas history, geography, and culture.

History of Whitehouse, Texas - The Handbook of Texas Online

Whitehouse, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Local
The Handbook of Texas Online is a multidisciplinary encyclopedia of Texas history, geography, and culture.

History of Winona, Texas - The Handbook of Texas Online

Winona, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Local
The Handbook of Texas Online is a multidisciplinary encyclopedia of Texas history, geography, and culture.

Hopewell - TexasEscapes.com

Hopewell, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Local
History and photographs of this community North of Tyler

John Tyler High School

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Education Sub-Topic: High Schools
Home of the Lions.

KETK-TV Channel 56

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Media Sub-Topic: Television
NBC Affiliate for Tyler-Longview area area.

Kiepersol Estates Bed and Breakfast

Bullard, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Lodging Sub-Topic: Bed and Breakfast
Kiepersol Estates Bed and Breakfast offers East Texas' most luxurious amenities. Five rooms embrace you with fine linens, king beds, and private baths. Three rooms have private porches with hot tubs. The restaurant, open for dinner and private parties, serves only the finest foods available from USDA prime beef to fresh seafood. Enjoy a wide variety of world-renowned wines--over 150 selections are available to complement your meal. 12 miles South of Tyler. (903) 894-3300

KKTX-FM 96 FM

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Media Sub-Topic: Radio
Classic Rock Station for Tyler-Longview area.

KLTV-TV Channel 7

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Media Sub-Topic: Television
ABC Affiliate for the Tyler-Longview-Jacksonville area.

LiveCam from Chapel Hill Middle School

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Media Sub-Topic: Live Cams
Live Weather Cam from Chapel Hill Middle School from WeatherBug.

Lone Star Fly Fishers

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Fishing Sub-Topic: Fly Fishing
Website has links to Forum, Newsletter, Galler, Guestbook, Bylaws, and more. Articles about upcoming and recent outings.

On-line Art Mall

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Art Sub-Topic: Galleries
Over 100 artists work for sale. Framing also available. View the Sampler and view over a 100 thumbnails with links to more of that artist's work.

Pine Cove Christian Camps

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Recreation Sub-Topic: Summer Camps
Pine Cove Christian Camps are more than just a Texas summer camp. During the summer, Pine Cove hosts a full summer of fun-filled, life-changing experiences for campers of all ages. Over 16,000 children, youth and families each summer attend sessions at five Christian Youth Camps and three Christian Family Camps in the Tyler and Columbus, Texas areas. Towers Ranch Summer Camp is one of four of our camps located near Tyler. The others are Castle Rock, Shores Bluffs, and Woods Timbers. Call 877-474-6326 for youth age groups.

Plantation Pines Christmas Tree Farms

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Shopping Sub-Topic: Christmas Trees
Off CR 429 North of Tyler, Nick and Nancy Wiggins Owners.

Reunion Harbor

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Lodging Sub-Topic: Resorts
Private Lake Resort located on the Eastern shore of Lake Tyler off Eastside Drive. (903) 839-9365

Rick's On The Square

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Restaurants Sub-Topic: American
We feature some of the best bands and groups found in Texas. Enjoy live entertainment Wednesday through Saturday nights. Rick's is a favorite for lunch and dinner because of the delicious food and atmosphere. It is all home cookin' made from scratch. 903-531-9443

Robert E. Lee High School

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Education Sub-Topic: High Schools
Home of the Red Raiders.

Rockin' C Ranch

Red Springs, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Recreation Sub-Topic: Summer Camps
The overall mission of Rockin' C Ranch is to provide youth with a solid Christian foundation by giving them a memorable, faith and character-building camp experience. Four camps grouped by ages for boys and girls. Phone numbers currently not found at website.

Rose Vine Inn Bed and Breakfast

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Lodging Sub-Topic: Bed and Breakfast
The Rosevine Inn Bed and Breakfast is situated on one of Tyler's quaint brick streets near the Azalea District, offering six guest rooms including one suite. The guest accommodations are cheerfully decorated with antiques and wallpaper and each room has a private bath. The bed and breakfast is furnished with antiques and country collectibles. 415 South Vine, 903-592-2221.

Scuba Center

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Outdoors Sub-Topic: Scuba Diving
Scuba Training, News, Trips, Equipment and even a Scuba Quiz.

SmithCountyTX.com (CitiesUnlimited.com)

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Information Sub-Topic: Local
Information Portal from CitiesUnlimited.com

Texas Asthma Camp

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Recreation Sub-Topic: Special Needs Camps
After more than two decades of commitment to children with asthma, the Texas Asthma Camp for Kids has claimed its place as the largest and oldest asthma camp in the state of Texas. Held each year in June on beautiful Lake Tyler located in Smith County, Texas, the camp is a community-wide effort of which we can be proud. The Texas Asthma Camp for Kids is organized and conducted by the University of Texas Health Center at Tyler, supported by Texas Chest Foundation and staffed in part by nursing students from Tyler Junior College. (903) 877-7075

Texas Dreamcatchers

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Entertainment Sub-Topic: Horseriders
The Texas Dream Catchers strive for precision while performing this drill routine on horse back, primarily for rodeos. 11199 Pine Lake Blvd, Tyler, 75709, 903-596-0294

Texas True

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Shopping Sub-Topic: Furniture
Shop 6,000 sq ft of Texas! Western furniture, Texas home decor, Art, metal sculpture, bronze - everything for the Home! And hundreds of unique Texas gifts and gourmet food. We ship Texas worldwide!

Texas True Western Furniture and Decor

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Shopping Sub-Topic: Gift Shops
Texas Gifts of all sorts.

The Discovery Science Place

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Museums Sub-Topic: Children's Museums
The Discovery Science Place offers two exhibit halls where kids of all ages are free to move about and explore. 308 N. Broadway Avenue, (903)533-8011

The University of Texas at Tyler

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Education Sub-Topic: Universities
Links to information, faculty, curriculum, alumni, and much more. Located at 3900 University Blvd, 903-566-7000

The Woldert-Spence Manor

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Lodging Sub-Topic: Bed and Breakfast
The house (which is approx. 4000 sq.ft.) features 17 original stained-glass windows, doors and transoms. The 4 guest rooms upstairs and 2 downstairs (with fireplaces) in the main house, are all delightfully decorated and furnished with period American antiques.

Tiger Creek Wildlife Refuge

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Nature Sub-Topic: Wildlife Refuges
Tiger Creek provides rescue and rehabilitation of big cats that have been abused, neglected, or displaced. The sanctuary is located on 25 secluded acres in East Texas, and home to big cats such as tigers, lions, cougars, and leopards. 17544 HWY. 14, (903) 858-1008

Timberline Baptist Camp and Conference Center

Lindale, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Recreation Sub-Topic: Summer Camps
Timberline is open year round for day, overnight, or week use. Beautiful East Texas setting that has a variety of activities, lodging, and great food in a Christian atmosphere. Camp serves as a family retreat and summer camp by reservation for churches throughout East Texas. 903-882-3183

Trail Creek Farm

Lindale, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Shopping Sub-Topic: Christmas Trees
Larry and Dana Hatch, owners. 18127 CR. 4108, Lindale, TX. 75771, 903-882-5746

TxGenWeb Project for Smith County

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Genealogy
TxGenWeb Project is provides genealogists tools related to their research including indexes to local and county records. Such records may include cemetary records, marriage, birth, probate, and census records. Many local TxGenWeb Project sites provide other services in their community.

Tyler Bicycle Club

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Outdoors Sub-Topic: Cycling
Articles, Calendar, and Information for Cyclists in Northeast Texas.

Tyler Chamber of Commerce

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Business Sub-Topic: Chambers of Commerce
Rose Capitol of Texas

Tyler Convention and Visitors Bureau

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Travel Sub-Topic: Visitors Bureaus
Located at 315 N Broadway. Call 1-800-235-5712.

Tyler Junior College

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Education Sub-Topic: Two Year Colleges
Links to information, faculty, services, curriculum and more.

Tyler Municipal Rose Garden

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Museums Sub-Topic: Roses
The largest Municipal Rose Garden in the United States and the pride of Tyler.

Tyler Museum of Art

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Museums Sub-Topic: Fine Art
Permanent collection features over 500 works including paintings, prints, photographs, and sculpture. Located at 1300 S Mahon. 903-595-1001

Tyler Rose Festival

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Festivals Sub-Topic: CItywide Festivals
History and Information on one of Texas most beautiful traditions.

Tyler State Park

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Parks Sub-Topic: State Parks

Tyler Tea Party

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: TEA Party Sub-Topic: Local
The Tyler Tea Party believes in free markets, limited government, fiscal responsibility and the U.S. Constitution as envisioned by our Founding Fathers. Our motto is “take action!”

Tyler Texas Tea Party

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: TEA Party Sub-Topic: Facebook
Links to the Grass Roots anti big-government spending movement. Information about upcoming ralleys, and links to important articals about the movement. The Tea Party Movement is a non-racial, non-violent, pro-family grass roots movement, aimed at returning power to the people by use of a united voice and American's Right to Vote.

Tyler, Texas - SMARTpages.com

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Commerce Sub-Topic: Business Indexes
Southwestern Bell On-line guide to businesses in Tyler, Texas.

Tyler, Texas - TexasEscapes.com

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Local
History and photographs of this city in Northeast Texas

Tylerpaper.com

Tyler, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Media Sub-Topic: Newspapers
News, Classifieds, Area Guide, Marketplace. Online news outlet for the Tyler Morning Telegraph.

Utica - TexasEscapes.com

Utica, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: History Sub-Topic: Local
History and locator map of this ghost town North of Tyler

Wildwind Farm

Lindale, (Smith County) Region: Northeast Texas
Topic: Lodging Sub-Topic: Guest Cabins
You'll enjoy a rustic cottage on the edge of the East Texas piney woods, along with a fishing lake. We practice catch and release...and believe me, some BIG ONES have been caught.! The cottage is completely furnished with everything you will need, right down to the pots and pans. In the winter, you'll enjoy relaxing in front of the wood-burning fireplace ... and the wood is furnished.