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.
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: 10am-4pm; Closed: Sun, Mon
September 2 to March 31: 12pm-4pm; Closed: Sun, Mon
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.
Address: Sam Rayburn House Museum, US Highway 82 West, Box 309, Bonham, TX 75418, United States
Phone: 1 (903) 583-5558, Fax: 1 (903) 640-0800
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.
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