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Things to see and do around Gainesville Historic District A Gainesville, founded in 1850, has a beautiful tree-lined historic district which can be enjoyed by a walking or driving tour. Over 60 unique turn of the century Victorian homes, buildings, the newly restored Santa Fe Depot, and historic churches portray Gainesville's elegant and colorful past. Antique and Gift shops - Within walking distance of Miss
Olivia's, there are numerous antique shops including Memory Lane Antiques
and the Antique Center of North Texas, http://www.antiques@adcnt.com/.
The courthouse square is lined with unique gift and specialty shops. Visit Kinne's Jewelers, founded in 1889 and still outfitted in original floor to
ceiling mahogany showcases, Anjanett's Chocolate Cafe & Truffle Shop, Vine & Branches, Bella Matiz, Wiese's Clocks and Collectibles, and The B Hive.
Butterfield Stage Players, - Live theater production company
housed in the 1904 Carnegie Library, only 1 block from Miss Olivia's.
Performances are Thursday through Saturday, usually in February, May,
July, October, and December. Information about upcoming performances,
ticket prices, and reservations are available through their website http://www.butterfieldstage.org/,
or simply calling 940-665-8152
Morton Museum of Cooke County - http://www.mortonmuseum.org/ - Housed in the 1884 city hall/fire station, the museum provides exhibits of Cooke County history which are changed quarterly. Several architectural items of historical significance from the local area are included in the structure of the building itself. Golf- – Turtle Creek Golf Club, http://www.playtheturtle.net/ features bent grass greens in a spectacular North Texas setting. Located northwest of Muenster, approximately 20 miles from Miss Olivia's. Gainesville has a fine 18-hole municipal course located 5 minutes from Miss Olivia's. Frank Buck Zoo- – Named for one of Gainesville's favorite native sons, “Bring 'em Back Alive Frank Buck. Visitors of the newly renovated zoo will enjoy a 90-minute walk around the mile-long path through the zoo which now features zebras, giraffes, bears and more. Visitors will also enjoy the spectacular park, playground, swimming pool, and train that journeys around the property. http://www.frankbuckzoo.com/ State Theater- http://www.statetheatergainesville.com/, Lovingly restored theater located downtown. Hosts occasional Butterfield Stage performances and numerous entertainment venues. Gainesville Factory Shops - http://www.gainesvillefs.com/ Over 100 factory shops located a few miles north of Gainesville. The architecture is reminiscent of the restored Gainesville Santa Fe Depot. Two award-winning wineries are within 20 minutes of Miss Olivia's. Both provide tasting rooms and tours by appointment. Lone Oak Winery . neloneoak@texoma and Hidden Springs Winery. http://www.winemaker@hiddensprings.com/ For other recreational opportunities check out the Texas Motor Speedway for their scheduled race days. Water Recreation is convenient at both Lake Texoma http://www.laketexoma.com/ Or Lake Ray Roberts, both within a 25 minute drive from Miss Olivia's Texas area
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Miss Olivia's Bed & Breakfast 319 South Denton, Gainesville TX, 76240 |
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