Last updated: 3/22/2011
Nocona, Texas
Address
1522 E. Hwy. 82Nocona, TX 76255
phone: 940-825-5330
fax: 940-825-3202
e-mail: contact@talesntrails.org
web: www.talesntrails.org

Hours

Monday - Saturday
10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday
1 PM - 5 PM

Admissions

Adults $5, Seniors 62 and older $4, children 6-17 $3, 5 & under free when accompanied by an adult

Museum Type(s)

Staff

Tracy R. Mesler
phone: 940-825-3201
e-mail:
Nell Ann McBroom
phone: 940-867-3944
Description

New museum with temporary exhibits at this time, main exhibit hall still under construction.

Mission

The North Texas Society of History and Culture dba Tales 'n' Trails Museum believes that the legacy of the past enhances and enriches the lvies of current and future generations. We strive to preserve and interpret our history through exhibits, programs and archives that will evoke an appreciation of our shared heritage and inspire a vision for our future.

History

Board formed in 1994, opened doors of new facility in June 2010 with temporary exhibits. Plans for larger permanent exhibit hall and outdoor exhibits underway.

Artifact Collections

The collections deal with life at the merging of the Great Plains and the Crosstimbers. Collection items cover: Prehistory, Wichita Indians, Early Anglo-European settlers, Chisholm Trail, Farming, Ranching, Leathergoods, Oil & Gas, Railroad

Research Collections

The museum is considering using SNAP.

Governance

15 member board of directors

Services
Gift Shop
Special Event Rental
Group Tours
Exhibitions
Museum Events
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