Kerrville is a scenic paradise, located in the heart of the

Visitors Guide

KERRVILLE, TX

Hill CountryParadiseKerrville is a scenic paradise, located inthe heart of the Texas Hill Country,where sparkling spring-fed creeks mean-der through the rugged terrain androlling hills of the Guadalupe River Valley.

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rt & MuseumsMuseum of Western Art –The museum showcases theworks of the nation’s most

distinguished living western artists. The rotatingcollection is sure to delight and surprise.Journey West Children’s Gallery – Dividedinto four thematic zones, the gallery focuses onthe challenges and rewards of the settlers whojourneyed west. 1550 Bandera Hwy. (830/896-2553, www.museumofwesternart.org). Hill Country Museum – In the restored Victorian

mansion of pioneer Capt. Charles Schreiner andbeautifully furnished the museum portrays the affluent life in the Hill Country’s early days. 226 EarlGarrett (830/896-8633).

Live Theatre, Music, Dance & Arts – Playhouse2000 and Hill Country Arts Foundation’s PointTheatre provide quality theatrical productionsranging from Shakespeare to Arthur Miller. Insummer, the riverside setting of the Smith-RitchPoint Theatre’s outdoor amphitheater under thestars is unsurpassed. 910 Main St,(830/896-9393www.caillouxtheater.com). Hill Country ArtsFoundation, Hwy. 39 at Johnson Creek in Ingram(830/367-5121, www.hcaf.com).

The Point Outdoor Theatre on the Guadalupe

The Hill Country Museum

Museum of Western Art

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Kerr Arts & Cultural Center – In the heart ofdowntown Kerrville, KACC represents morethan 600 members whose art includes photogra-phy, painting, quilts, ceramics, woodwork, bas-ketry, jewelry and much more. 228 Earl Garrett(830/895-2911,www.kacckerrville.com).


estivalsKerrville Folk Festival – Eigh-teen days of musical events,starting the Thursday beforeMemorial Day at the outdoortheatre at Quiet Valley Ranch.

Enjoy excellent music on the scenic camp-grounds. Quiet Valley Ranch is located 9 milessouth of Kerrville on Hwy. 16 (830/257-3600,www.kerrvillefolkfestival.com for generalinformation or 800/435-8429 for tickets only).

Kerrville Wine & Music Festival – LaborDay Weekend. A three-day condensed versionof the internationally famous 18-day Folk Fes-tival. Wine-tasting, crafts, and camping areavailable. See Folk Festival above.

Texas Heritage Living HistoryDay – Interactive program thatteaches the varied cultures ofTexas through music and storytelling each fall. (830/792-1945,www.texasheritagemusic.org).

Texas State Arts & Crafts FairTwo hundred of the state’s bestartists and craftsmen. Demonstra-tions of authentic Texas crafts,children’s activities, and enter-tainment. Memorial Day Weekend at River StarEvents Park, 4000 Riverside Drive. Icket informa-tion (830/896-5711, www.texasartsandcraftsfair.com).

Kerr County Fair – A parade, a carnival,contests, 4H & FAA livestock exhibits, music,dancing, team roping and the exciting bulland barrel contest. Chili and barbeque cook-offs, petting zoo and pony rides. Held inOctober at the Hill Country Youth ExhibitCenter, 3705 Hwy. 27 East. (830/257-6833,www.kerrcountyfair.com).

The Kerrville Senior Games – An Olympic-style event for ages 50 and better held annu-ally in the spring. Kerrville is a state-qualify-ing site for The StateGames. (830/896-4263,www.kerrvillese-niorgames.com).

Easter Fest on theRiver – This annualchili and BBQ cook-off offers family activi-ties , including anEaster egg hunt,games, and music. FlatRock Lake Park, 3840Riverside Drive onEaster weekend.(830/792-3535). Beforeenjoying all the festivitiesat the cook-off you canstart at the Easter Run Classic, an annual 2-mile walk and 5k run held at Kerrville-Schreiner Park, 2385 Bandera Hwy. (830/257-7300).

Easter Hill CountryBicycle Tour – Enjoythree days of fully sup-ported riding throughsome of the best sceneryin Texas. Contact(830/792-3535,www.ehct.com).Arts & Crafts Fair

The Kerrville Senior Games

Hill Country Bike Tour

The Kerrville Folk Festival

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Place For AllSeasonsKerrville is an ideal year-round get-away.

James Avery Craftsman – Visit the headquar-ters of this nationallyacclaimed craftsman ofgold and silver jewelry.Located 3

1⁄2 miles north

of IH-10 on Harper Road(830/895-1122).

Stonehenge II – A veryunusual structure built to replicate the originalStonehenge in England.

The scale replica of Stone-henge shares the land withEaster Island type statues. FM 1340 west from Hunt,toward Mo-Ranch.

Downtown KerrvilleA revitalization projecthas restored downtownKerrville to its originalold-world charm. Thedesign encouragesleisurely strolls pastshops of antiques aswell as contemporarygalleries and boutiques.

Kerrville has a pleasant climate, year-round.

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1.86 2.16 1.93 2.95 4.00 2.86 2.10 1.92 4.27 3.12 1.63 1.95

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Kerrville population: 20,425 • Elevation: 1,645 feet

James Avery

Stonehenge II

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Revitalized downtown offers old-world charm

Relaxing on the river in downtown Kerrville

Texas Furniture Makers Show Each Fall

Hill Country ShootingSports Center – A fullservice range, thisfacility is an officialUnited States OlympicTraining Site for theU.S. Olympic andNational Shotgun team.A clubhouse and pro-

shop are located on site. 1886 Cypress Creek Rd.(830/995-4504, www.shootingandhunting.net).

HC Shooting Sports Center


Kerrville is a scenic paradise, located in the heart of the

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