39°Immerse yourself in rich history at our local museums, explore the shops of our vibrant downtown, and enjoy outdoor adventures at Kilgore’s scenic parks and trails. Whether you’re here for history, art, or a taste of East Texas charm, Kilgore has something for everyone!
Located on the Kilgore College campus, The Rangerette Showcase and Museum features a mechanized display of Rangerette props, a display of costumes from their spring show, Rangerette Revels, and thousands of photographs and newspaper clippings depicting the Rangerettes’ storied history.
This beautiful garden is modeled after the original Shakespeare Garden in England. Built to complement the Texas Shakespeare Festival, each of the plants and shrubs grown is referenced in one of Shakespeare’s plays. Open daily, the garden is located at Brook Drive and US Highway 259 on the Kilgore College Campus. Admission is free.
A unique addition to the fast-food spot, the Taco Bell mural highlights Kilgore’s local tagline and our location in the state of Texas.
The Broadcast Museum spotlights the people and equipment of broadcasting’s Golden Age, featuring working television and radio studios, a vintage equipment restoration facility, and archives available for research.
The Texas Shakespeare Festival is East Texas’ only professional theater company. TSF is a summer repertory company producing two Shakespeare plays, a non-Shakespearean classic, a musical, and a production for children during the summer.
Located at The Back Porch this mural showcases the Kilgore ISD Bulldog, the World Famous Rangerettes, and an Art Deco sign that aligns beautifully with the charm of Kilgore’s downtown.
