Bonham Attractions
This small town (pop. 7000) is located near the Texas and Oklahoma border. It is named for Butler Bonham who fought and died at the Alamo. Three nearby lake allow for camping, boating, and fishing.
Fannin County Museum of History
Located in the 1900 Texas and Pacific Railroad Depot, the museum offers displays on the history of the area. Items of interest include clothing, furniture, American Indian artifacts, farming equipment, and railroad items, and a WWII exhibit.
Hours
April 1 to September 1
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | Closed |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
September 2 to March 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 | 12:00 |
| Close | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 | 16:00 |
Sam Rayburn House
The house of Sam Rayburn, the longest running speaker of the House of Representatives, was built in 1916. The house was restored and the original furnishings are on display.
Sam Rayburn House Museum
US Highway 82 West, Box 309
Bonham, TX 75418
United States
US Highway 82 West, Box 309
Bonham, TX 75418
United States
Phone 1 (903) 583-5558
Fax 1 (903) 640-0800
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Closed | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
Sam Rayburn Library
The library contains books, documents, and other material collected by Rayburn during his time as Speaker of the House. There is also a replica of the speakers office.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 13:00 | Closed |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
