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Southern
Pacific Railroad Depot |
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Tour the historic Southern Pacific Railroad
Depot, which was built in 1927 and is home to the Edinburg
Chamber of Commerce Visitor information Center. View The "Espee"
in the Rio Grande Valley exhibit featuring SP memorabilia
such as a conductor's cap, playing cards, lamps, lanterns,
as well as the original "golden spike" driven on January 11,
1927. The Depot is located at 602 W. University and is open
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. FREE admission. (956)
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Hidalgo
County Historical Museum |
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See the largest collection of exhibits and
artifacts covering South Texas' fantastic-but-true history.
HCHM exhibits give a broad overview of the region, from prehistoric
tribes through Spanish exploration and colonization, the Mexican
War, Rio Grande steamboat era, Civil \War, early ranching
and farming, border wars and more. Partially housed in the
1910 County Jail, HCHM includes a hangman's trap used for
a public execution in 1913. In 1970 the former jail became
the first building for the museum. HCHM vividly preserves
and presents the borderland heritage of Northeastern Mexico
and South Texas. A historical archive is available for researchers.
Located at 121 E. McIntyre on the Courthouse Square in Edinburg,
the Museum is open Tuesday - Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Small admission
fee ($2 adults; $1.50 seniors; $1 students; .50 cents children);
admission FREE to parents with school-age children on Saturdays
that are not special events. (956) 383-6911 |
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University
of Texas - Pan American |
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The University of Texas-Pan
American joined the University of Texas System in 1989 and
now has an enrollment of approximately 13,000 students. Intercollegiate
athletics in NCAA Division I, music, theater and dance performances
are hosted throughout the year. UTPA is located at 1201 W.
University.(956) 381-2011 |
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UTPA
Art Galleries |
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The University of Texas - Pan American has
three art galleries on its main campus: the Charles and Dorothy
Clark Gallery located in the Fine Arts Complex and the University
Gallery in the Communication Arts and Sciences Building (COAS).
The galleries offer temporary exhibitions by award winning
contemporary artist from around the United States and Mexico,
as well as student shows. During the school year the galleries
also offer visiting artists lectures and workshops.
The University's permanent art collection is housed in the
Lamar Art Gallery, Schunior Rd, Lamar Building room number
7. UTPA is home to an extensive collection created by professional
working artists which includes paintings, prints, art exhibition
posters from around the world, modern sculpture and local
artifacts. The collection includes pieces by Salvador Dali,
Eduardo Garcia, Man Ray, Francis Picabia, and Roy Lichtenstein.
The Lamar space also showcases oil paintings from the Shary
Estate.
Admission to all exhibitions is free, the galleries are open
Monday through Friday except on University holidays For more
information (956) 381-2655. http://www.panam.edu/dept/art/gallery. |
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Tejano
Walk of Fame |
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If
the wind is blowing just right, you might hear the unmistakable
rhythm of a South Texas music beat that has captivated local,
state, national, and international audiences alike. Since
its unveiling, the Tejano walk of fame at 415 W. McIntyre
St. has attracted hundreds of visitors who have come to see
Edinburg's tribute to Tejano music stars. In 1999, 5 stars
were inducted into the Walk of Fame and their names were engraved
in a marble star and placed into the walkway. Five additional
stars will be inducted every year during Hispanic heritage
month (October). The centerpiece of the walkway is a sculpture
by Sculptor Richard Hyslin, which honors Edinburg native Jose
Roberto Pulido, a pioneer in Tejano music. The sculpture was
designed with the intent of capturing the essence of this
international's star music and is the first in a series of
public art projects commissioned by the Edinburg 2020 cultural
arts committee |
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Carmike
Cinemas |
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Carmike Cinemas are Edinburg's
newest state of the art attraction that includes 20 screen
theaters all with STADIUM seating! The largest theater in
South Texas has the latest movies and an extended snackbar
which includes the traditional popcorn, candy and hotdog,
as well as Ice Cream, milkshakes, pizza and your favorite
coffee drinks served hot or cold. Carmike also features a
lobby area for relaxation. Carmike cinemas are located off
"I" Road exit and Highway 281. For additional information
please call (956) 380-2203 |
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Fiesta
Edinburg |
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Experience four days of fun and exciting
activities for the whole family during the last weekend of
February. Enjoy live concerts and carnival rides at Super Splash!
Adventure", as well as the traditional city parade, rodeo,
Miss Edinburg Pageant, Annual Fajita Cook-Off, hoop fest,
3-mile run, health fair, a diverse assortment of food booths,
youth talent shows and much, much more! Call the Edinburg
Chamber for more information. (956) 383-4974 |
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El
Sal del Rey (Salt of The King) |
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This large salt lake 22 miles north of Edinburg
was discovered by the Spanish Conquistadors. Salt from the
mines was transported overseas to Spain and her colonies and
westward into Mexico. The white banks are also visible from
Highway 186 where a historical marker rests. Sal del Rey is
open from sunrise to sunset seven days a week and can be accessed
by foot only. For more information call (956) 787-3079 ext.
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Glasscock
Brewing Company |
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The only microbrewery in South Texas, which
features the award-winning Glasscock Helles and the latest
Glasscock Pile, is open for tours on Fridays from 1 p.m. to
5 p.m. and Saturdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Glasscock Brewery
is located at 1802 S. Expressway 281. (956) 386-0091 |
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Hidalgo
County Veterans War Memorial |
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The Memorial, located on the courthouse lawn,
honors individuals from Hidalgo County who were killed in
action during World War I, World War II, the Korean War and
in Vietnam. Hidalgo County was also home to three heroes awarded
the distinguished Medal of Honor |
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PARKS
Scenic Wetland Trails |
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Forty acres of scenic wetlands are located
adjacent to Edinburg Municipal Park. An extensive growth of
native vegetation around two ponds provides prime habitat
to an abundance of birds, including several uncommon species.
Six observation blinds along the one mile trail allow you
to experience some of the best bird watching in North America.
Open daily during daylight hours. (956) 381-5631 |
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Hike
and Bike Trails |
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Approximately
13 miles of hike and bike trails are available in the city
of Edinburg making it safe for citizens to cycle, run, or
stroll through to enjoy the scenery including great sunsets.
(956) 381-5631 |
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Edinburg
Municipal Park |
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This 90-acre park, located east on Highway
107 and 1/$South on Doolittle Rd, was opened to the public
on April 5, 1997. Some of the Edinburg Municipal Park amenities
include: G softball/baseball fields, 3 soccer fields, 5 playground
equipment modules, 1.5 mile walking/jogging trail, 2 open
court multi-purpose pavilions, 42 picnic tables and BBQ pits,
2 man made lakes for fishing and canoeing, an equestrian trail,
a roller blade trail, an ATE bike trail and 1 mile nature
trail. (956) 381-5631 |
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Freddy
Gonzalez Memorial Park |
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This 9-acre park, located on 18th Street
and Freddy Gonzalez Drive, was dedicated in memory of a local
Vietnam War hero on October 8, 1997. This landscaped park
includes a 3/4 mile walking/logging trail, park benches and
security lighting. Other future park amenities include a children's
play area and an open air gazebo/shelter. (956) 381-5631 |
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Waterparks |
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Edinburg boast two water parks that contain
amenities such as an Olympic-size swimming pool, waterslides,
picnic areas, children's play areas, sandpit volleyball courts
and many other attractions. The Main Waterpark is located
at 123 East Palm Drive. and the Fountain Park is located at
22nd and Kuhn St. (956) 381-5631. South Park This 15-acre
park is located on 300 East Palm Drive includes: 2 softball/baseball
fields, 4 playground equipment modules, basketball court,
a multipurpose pavilion, picnic tables and barbecue pits,
and 2 tennis courts. (956) 381-5631 |
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Memorial
Park |
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Located on Sprague Street and
22nd Street, this 17-acre park features 2 baseball/softball
fields, 5 playground equipment modules, basketball court,
a multipurpose pavilion, picnic tables and barbecue pits (956)
381-5631 |
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Sheriff's
Posse Arena |
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Located on South Highway 281 and West Wisconsin
Road, the arena offers Rio Roundup every Saturday at 6 p.m.
It includes calf roping, barrel racing, and more. Two full
scale rodeos are held every February. For more details call
(956) 686-7038. |
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International
Racetrack Association |
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A 1/4 mile, NHRA Division 4 track offers
year round racing (except during inclement weather) and includes
drag racing, street car and motorcycle racing Friday nights
from 8 p.m. to Midnight. The track is located 19 miles north
of Edinburg. Small admission and full concession is available.
(956) 318-0355 |
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Edinburg
Municipal Golf Course |
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Located in the center of Edinburg at 300
W. Palm Drive, this 9-hole course offers amenities such as
putting greens and a practice area as well as a barbecue area.
For tee time call (956) 381-1244 |
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Palacio
Real at Monte Cristo |
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This 18 hole championship course offers two
swimming pools, amusement park, tennis courts, workout gym
and sauna, bar and grill, and pro shop. Palacio Real at Monte
Cristo is located 2 1/2 miles east of Hwy. 281 on Monte Cristo
Road. (956) 381-0965. |
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L.G.
Community Exchange |
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Located on North Hwy. 281 and Monte Cristo
Rd. (FM 1925), this auction house has cattle auctions every
Thursday and Saturday. Enjoy lunch in their in-house restaurant.
For additional information call (956) 383-5671. |
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Edinburg
Visitor Information Center |
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Housed in the renovated 1927 train depot,
this historic landmark is open to visitors, who can obtain
information on tourist attractions, accommodations, restaurants,
local events, and much more. The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce
is located at 602 W. University. Open Monday - Friday 8:30
a.m. to 5:00p.m. 1-800-800-7214 |