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The Hub of Northeast Texas & Center of Lake Country. A growing metropolitan community. Founded in 1850. pop, of 25,000 on 1-30 and U. S. 69 Greenville provides an interesting Holiday Headquartrs for all seasons. A vacation in the land between a modern city and a rural setting, with its parks, lakes and its fine motels, food and recreational facilities offers a unique and changing experience. Greenville in addition to being the "Hub of Northeast Texas" is also the travel Headquarters for the Dallas area and its tourist attractions. Beginning as an Ox trail settlement in the days of the Republic of Texas and progress to an industrial and agriculture center of the space age. Greenville has established itself as a solid city capable of meeting change through growth and progress. Audle Murphy, World War It's most decorated Soldier, was a Greenville area product. An Audle Murphy room is located in the public library. Ende-Gallard Home, the oldest house in Greenville, was built in 1857 and is located in Graham Park. Lake Tawakoni - Covering 36,000 acres is one of the largest man made lakes in the area. It is rated outstanding for fishing (bass and catfish), Boating camping and general recreation. The Lake Tawakoni causeway is the longest inland bridge in Texas - Over two miles. Graham and wright Parks are geared for those who prefer restful picnics, together with the natural scenery that is prevalent in this region. Wind Point Park on Lk. Tawakoni offers all facilities for a complete resort vacation, Whether it be a a wooded spot for your motor Home |
