Altitude 620

General

Standing guard over the city is the stately Denton Country Courthouse. Designed in 1895, it was restored in 1987. with its massive limestone walls and soaring clock tower, it has been called "the most picturesque pile of rocks in North Texas."

Cultural attractions center around the Arts Complex and two major state universities. The University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University. TWU is the largest university for women in the nation.

Bed and breakfast accommodations are available.

ART GALLERIES

DENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

EVERS HARDWARE

GOWNS OF THE FIRST LADIES OF TEXAS

ISLE du BOIS STATE PARK

LITTLE CHAPEL IN THE WOODS

OAK-HICKORY HISTORIC DISTRICT

SCHOPPAUL HILL WINERY AND TASTING ROOM

VISITOR INFORMATION

Attractions

• ART GALLERIES - Craft media, paintings, sculptures, and other works may be found in two galleries at the Center for Visual Arts. Local and national artists are featured. Open Sun - Fri from 1 to 5 p.m.. Located at the corner of Bell and Hickory Streets. Several other galleries offer a variety of exhibits throughout the year at both the University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University.
• DENTON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM - A variety of exhibits depicting Denton County history; lifestyle displays of a century ago include a country kitchen, a Victorian parlor, farm tools, and numerous special collections. Rotating displays examine Texas and local history along with seasonal and thematic exhibits. Open Mon thru Sat from 1 to 4:30 p.m; Located on the First floor of the Denton County Courthouse.
• EVERS HARDWARE - An old-time hardware store complete with original displays and products sold since the store's founding a century ago. It still remains in the original family. Open Mon. thru Sat. from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Located on the downtown square at 109 West Hickory.
• GOWNS OF THE FIRST LADIES OF TEXAS - Inaugural gowns of wives of presidents of the Republic of Texas and state governors. Dresses worn by the wives of two presidents of the U.S. and the wife of a Vice President. Open from Mon. to Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. during fall and spring semesters; open Mon. to Thurs. during the summer semesters. Located on TWU campus at 117 Bell Avenue.
• ISLE du BOIS STATE PARK - 1,397 acre scenic playground among wooded area on the south side of Lake Ray Roberts; camping, boating, swimming, and fishing. Overnight group pavilion and day use group picnic area also available. 12 mile multi-use trail for hiking, bicycling, and equestrian use (your horse). Take I-35 north to Sanger; east on F.M. 455. Admission is charged.
• LITTLE CHAPEL IN THE WOODS - Designed by O'Neil Ford, chapel was completed in 1939. First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt attended the dedication ceremonies. The small chapel blends nature and art in a wooded setting on Texas Woman's University campus. Ten stained glass windows, designed by students, depict the theme "Woman Ministering to Human Needs."; Although constructed for private meditation, the chapel has become the setting for many weddings in the community. Open during school hours on Texas Woman's University campus.
• OAK-HICKORY HISTORIC DISTRICT - Victorian homes on West Oak Street are fine examples of Victorian cottages with generous porches, jigsaw work and tall narrow windows.
• SCHOPPAUL HILL WINERY AND TASTING ROOM - The winery is 80 miles northeast of Denton in wooded countryside near Ivanhoe in Fannin County. tours are available by calling 903-583-2846. Tasting room features wine, gourmet food, and gift baskets. One block south of downtown square at 301 South Locust. Open from Mon. to Friday from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Sat. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Telephone 817-380-9463.
• VISITOR INFORMATION -For information on lodging, dining events, and points of interest, visit the Denton County Chamber of Commerce at 414 Parkway. Located at 5800 North I-35. Call 817-382-7895.