The focus of this category is on points of interest in Hillsboro, Texas, as well as local events and activities.
Recommended Resources
The HSA is a not-for-profit corporation coordinating sports programming for the youth of Hillsboro, Texas. League rules, game schedules and standings, a concession schedule, and directions are presented, along with bulletins and announcements.
http://www.hillsborosports.org/
Sponsored by Hill College, the Texas Heritage Museum honors the heritage of Texas through exhibitions, collections, galleries and personal stories of native Texans involved in the Civil War, the World Wars, Vietnam, and others. Its location and hours are stated, along with a description of its galleries and collections, exhibits, videos, and other resources.
http://www.hillcollege.edu/info/texasheritagemuseum/
This museum in Hillsboro, Texas focuses on music and musicians, with displays of Texas music memorabilia, stage outfits, awards and musical instruments from many of the state's greatest music legends. Visitors may also shop and buy TMM merchandise or collectors items, such as original recordings, posters, awards, authentic photographs and vintage guitars, at its physical store or online shopping area.
http://www.texasmusiciansmuseum.com/
Opened in 1926 as the Palace Theater, the current facade of this downtown Hillsboro, Texas theater was installed in 1936, when its name was changed to the Texas Theater. Converted to a twin theater, it has been closed since 2001, then damaged in a storm in 2006. Photographs are displayed, along with information about an effort to rebuilt the historical structure, and a small online shopping area sells theater memorabilia toward that effort.
http://www.hnqmusic.com/
This annual recreational event is hosted by Hill County Paw Pals and the Hillsboro Police Department Outreach Programs. Featured are the bike ride routes, an end-of-ride critique, and upcoming area rides, as well as online registration and an archive of previous events.
http://www.waggintrailbikeride.com/
