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Hallet Oak Gallery Benefits
Texas and Tourists by Staying Open Six Days a Week – Providing Cultural Arts Information and Activities
Hallettsville Location:
Hallettsville is located in Texas, in Lavaca County which is in the area of The Golden Cresent and South Central Texas.
About our Geographic Area Served in Texas
Hallettsville is a rural town in South Central Texas, and has a population of 2,550. Lavaca County has a population of 19,438 and has 24 area schools and four senior citizen meal centers. Hallet Oak Gallery is the sole art gallery for this area.
Project Audience Reach: National and International
Retaining all the advantages of a small town, Hallettsville is in the heart of a large region running along Highway 90 between Houston and San Antonio. Hallettsville has a rich history, stretching from the Texas Revolution through a modern focus on the cattle industry, and many of its residents can claim several generations of Texans. The Hallet Oak Gallery, being downtown, is uniquely positioned to connect the area’s citizens with their past while improving their “now” with various cultural activities. The Gallery is Lavaca County’s sole resource for the visual arts.
The Hallet Oak Galley’s total reach is actually worldwide.
Visitors have come not only from Texas and much of the United States, but also from France, Germany, Italy, and Russia. And the Gallery enjoys several loyal members and guests regularly driving in from Cuero, Eagle Lake, Flatonia, Moulton, Schulenburg, Shiner and Victoria. Given this extensive reach, and our offering a diverse collection of visual art on display, the Gallery is not only a resource for local art education, but is also a tourist draw, helping to boost the economies of Hallettsville and surrounding communities.
Our pilot programs have shown that the typical reach for the Hallet Oak Gallery is 65 miles for regular attendees, and on certain subjects with featured guests, it increases to 250 miles.
The 65-mile radius of Hallettsville encompasses 15 counties, which include Austin, Bastrop, Caldwell, Calhoun, Colorado, DeWitt, Fort Bend, Goliad, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Jackson, Karnes, Lavaca, Victoria, and Wharton counties. This 65-mile reach also encompasses 21 cities: Eagle Lake, El Campo, Cuero, Flatonia, Goliad, Gonzalez, Hallettsville, LaGrange, Luling, Moulton, Richmond, Rosenberg, Round Top, Schulenburg, Sealy, Seguin, Shiner, Smithville, Victoria, Wharton, and Yoakum. The 250-mile radius covers the two largest metropolitan areas in Texas –Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston — and also includes Austin, Beaumont, Bryan-College Station, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Temple, Tyler and Waco.
The Hallet Oak Gallery is member of The Central Texas I-10 Community Alliance, click here to see the other members. https://i10communityalliance.com/
Lavaca County Weekender — Local Suggested Places of Interest:
Hallettsville (county seat)
Hallettsville is known for BIG events:
State Championship Domino Tourney 4th Sun in January
State Championship 42 Domino Tournament 1st Sat in March
Fiddler’s Frolics 4th Weekend in April
Kolache Festival Last Sat in sept
Festival of Lights Last Sat in Nove
Christkindmarkt Every Saturday Starting after Thanksgiving
Book your hotel room now for these big events and plan to visit the Lavaca County Art Trail:
Hallet Oak Gallery Open Friday and Saturday’s 9 to 5
Lavaca County Museum Open Friday
Yoakum Historical Museum
Shiner Museum
Quilt Museum
Home for Rest & Relation!
Beauty Boutique (Salon & Spa): 200 Crockett St. 361-798-2831
Home for Shoppers . (For sales, like these stores on Facebook)
Bella’s Fashion Boutique (Clothing): 1001 US HWy 77 N. 361-772-2000
Found (Antiques & More): 306 N. LaGrange St.
Gypsy Spirits & Rejoice Boutique (Clothing & Gifts): 208 N. Texana St. 361-772-7283
House of LC (Women’s Clothing): 116 N. LaGrange St. 888-383-5002
It’s All About You (Make-up & Gifts): 1103 N. Texana St. 361-798-0204
Sweet Chic Boutiques (Clothing for Women, Children & Men): 117 E 2nd St. 361-217-3794
Designs by Donna Flowers & Gifts (Gift Deliveries & Tuxedo Rentals): 361-798-222
High Hill Distillery Now Open! Most Saturdays 11 AM to 7 PM 3337 CR 122, Hallettsville, TX 77964 www.highhilldistillery.com
Home for History:
Cemeteries:
Cemeteries of Lavaca County
Cattle Drives: Lavaca County Today
Republic of Texas: Texas Sate Historical Association
Flight School, Jim Baker: Texas Barnstorming Museum
Home to a City of Champions: Sacred Heart Catholic School, Congratulation to NFL Player Cole Wick, who graduated from Sacred Heart in 2012! The first NFL, Cole is a tight end for the Detroit Lions. He encourages kids to believe in themselves and to always stay humble. Congratulations to Hallettsville ISD for receiving the highest rating from the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST)! http://www.hisdbrahmas.org/ Congratulations to 4-H for having six teams particpate in the outny 4 H Food Challenge competition. Gayle Bludau, Texas A & M AgriLife Extension Agent and 4-H Coordinator said, "The 4 H members are taught strong communication techniques and teamwork." Discover Lavaca County: https://etypeservices.com/SWF/LocalUser/Lavaca1//Magazine171560/Full/files/assets/common/downloads/publication.pdf
Arts and Cultural Bucket List for Lavaca County: Hallettsville Art/Museum/Public Art: 250 year old tree sculpture: Hallet Oak Tree, Garden Center at the Hallettsville City Park. Carved by Famed James Phillips. https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/2015/mar/24/community-seeks-second-life-for-250-year-old-oak/ Hallet Oak Gallery, Live music, Gallery, Tours, Lectures, see schedule and like on face book Saturday Morning Emporium: 9 AM - Noon Bring your friends to meet the artists and join in the camaraderie with the artists and other visitors over coffee and pastries…a great place for your out of town guests to find an inexpensive souvenir of Hallettsville. Saturday Afternoon: Spotlight on the Arts: 2 - 5 PM Showcasing a new artist each month with exhibits and receptions featuring individual artists, musicians or local favorites. Wine tastings and sampling of foods of Czech, German and Polish heritage.
On-going happenings in downtown Hallettsville! In the music hall, enjoy Music Night at the HOG featuring original songwriters of Bluegrass, Country, Folk and Rock every 2nd Monday of the month, 7-9 PM. Stay informed with the monthly Saturday Lunch & Learns, 12-1 PM. Learn at your leisure by attending workshops, classes, evening lectures, and movies about the arts.
Gallery Sweet Shop: Gourmet Coffee
Items for Sale: Most art on display, vintage jewelry donated by Friends of the Gallery, antique cowhide wagon chairs. Wine and cheese at receptions.
Lavaca County Museum, 1205 N. Texana, Hallettsville, TX 77964. Special tours by appointment, and lectures, booksignings, see schedule.www.lavacahistoricalmuseum.org Open Tuesday through Friday 10 to 4, 1st and 3rd Sa. 9 to 12.
Police Station Air Brush Painting Hwy 77.
Larry Charles Friends of Hallettsville Downtown Revitalzation Artworks Shell Station Hwy 77 and Hwy 90
St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 1648 FM 340, Hallettsville, TX 77964Live music on certain weekends, check schedule. http://www.shcatholicchurch.org/sacred-heart-missions/
Morton’s and Diane’s Diner, 1603 N. Texana St., Hallettsville, TX 779964 – gains national recognition for Best Original Design, not to be missed. Black and White photography.http://www.mortonstexas.com/contact.php Diane’s Diner Hours 7 AM – 9 PM. Morton’s 5 AM to 10 PM.
Friench Simpson Memorial Library, 705 E 4th St. Hallettsville, TX 77964, books for sale, entertainment for children, and archive of historical books and art displays. See schedule for special holiday events: http://www.hallettsvillelibrary.org/
Shiner: Shiner Brewery tours, Shiner Museum, Quilt Museum.
Yoakum, TX:
Yoakum Heritage Museum, 312 Simpson St., Yoakum, TX, 77995 – Hours: Sunday’s 1-4, Tuesday’s 1-4, Thursday’s 1-4, Friday’s 10-4
No admission charge but donations are welcomed.check schedule for new displays and special receptions. Like on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YHMuseum/?rf=119867438030375
El Vaquero Restaurant on the Square 114 N La Grange St Open 11 AM – 10 PM(361) 798-4555
Kountry Bakery 802 E. 4th St. Open M – S 5 AM – 8 PM
Novasad’s BBQ Sausage Market 105 S LaGrange Street Open W – F 8 AM – 2 PM 361-798-2770
Hallettsville’s One Stop 698 US HWY 77 N. Hamburgers served M – F 10 AM – 2 PM 361-798-3951
COMBINED SHOPPING AND RESTAURANT:
Diane’s Diner 1603 N. Texana Open 7 AM – 9 PM
Hodgepodge Fair Trade Market and Gathering CO 4 00 N. La Grange Street Open T – F 11 AM 2:30 PM
MUST SEE: Hallet Oak Tree, City Park, Tree carving monument by Artist, James Phillips.
Kountry Bakery located off of Hwy 90
802 E. 4th St 361-798-4423
Hallettsville, TX 77964
Lavaca County Courthouse
Lavaca Historical Museum
Cole Theatre – Large seats, best Coke, best hotdogs, best prices, bring the whole family and all your friends!
Lavaca County Exposition Center
Novosad’s BBQ & Sausage Market located on the Square
105 S. La Grange St. 361-798-2770
Hallettsville, TX 77964
Wilbur Baber Memorial Complex
FM 957 and County Road 200
Hallettsville, Texas 77964
www.lavacaexpo.comm
Diane’s Diner located in Morton’s Gas Station, Excellent Hamburgers & Quick Shopping for passing through town or for overnight stays!
1603 N. Texana St 361-798-4800
Hallettsville, TX 77964
Los Cabos Mexican Grill
101 Hwy 77 South
Hallettsville, TX 77964
Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 706 4th St 361-798-5999 Open 11 am to 10 pm
Places to Stay:
LODGING: Double J Guest House, 1147 US HWY 77N, Hallettsville, TX 361-798-0646
KC RV Park 361-798-2311 321 US Hwy 77 S. Hallettsville, TX 77964
Moulton:
Kloesel’s Steak House & Bar Excellent Steaks and Lunch Specials!
101 E. Moore Ave.
Moulton, TX 77975
Phone: 361-596-7323
Ole Moulton Bank
101 N. Main Street
Moulton, TX 77975
Phone: 361-596-7499
Pavla’s Tavern
114 S. Main Street
Moulton, TX 77975
Phone: 361-596-4449
Scooter’s
111 N. Main Street
Moulton, TX 77975
Phone: 361-596-7755
Shiner
Werner’s Steakhouse 361-594-3603 Wedding Catering is fantastic!
ANTIQUES, ART AND BEER
Beer & Wine, Cheese/Fruit Trays- 361-594-2337
HOWARD’S
Beer and music- 361-594-4200
Howard’s is located off Hwy 90A on the northwest side of town and is open from 6:30 am to 10:00 pm daily. Give them a call at 361-594-4200.
The Spoetzl Brewery
Brewery tours are available Monday thru Friday at 11:00am and 1:30pm (and more during the summer). Gift Shop hours are Monday thru Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday, 11:00am to 3:00pm. See Shiner Beer website for more information and to confirm hours.
The Gaslight Theatre
Today, the Gaslight Theatre is known for its outstanding amateur productions held three times a year. Call the Box Office at 1-361-594-2079 for reservations and information about upcoming performances. Their address is 207 E 7th Street in downtown Shiner.
Wolters Memorial Museum
The Wolters Museum is located at 306 S. Avenue I and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm and every second and fourth Sunday, from 2:00 to 5:00pm.
Sweet Home
Yoakum:
Yoakum Heritage Museum
312 Simpson St.
Yoakum, TX 77995
Phone #: (361) 293-7022
yoakumheritagemuseum@gmail.com
Hours
Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
and
Friday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Harley’s
Double D Ranchwear Design Room
120 W. Grand Ave.
Yoakum, TX 77995
361-293-9239
www.ddranchwear.com/Ranch wear and home furnishings store.
San Bucerro Vineyards & Winery
500 Dagg
Yoakum, TX 77995 SanDucerroVineyards.com
Speaks (unincorporated)
Lolita, TX
Lavaca Bluffs Vineyard & Winery, 172 Private Road, 4261, Lolita, TX 77971, 361-874-4663 LavacaBluffs.com
Check out: TEXASINDEPENDENCEWINETRAIL.COM and like on Facebook
List of museums in South Texas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_museums_in_South_Texas
National Register of Historic Places listings in Lavaca County, Texas: ps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Register_of_Historic_Places_listings_in_Lavaca_County,_Texas
Major highways in Lavaca County, Texas
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US 90.svg U.S. Highway 90 Alternate
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Adjacent counties
Come and Enjoy the Wines of beautiful South Central Texas! http://www.texasindependencewinetrail.com/
Fayette County (north) Excellent Art Galleries, B & B’s, and Shopping:
The Garden Market Place and Cafe, Excellent
Ina’s Kitchen
The Shop Downtown, Coffee Shop 621 N. Main St. Schulenburg, 979-743-4505 Open 8:00 am – 3:00 am Great Atmosphere
Columbus
Nancy’s
Flatonia
Robert’s
LaGrange:
Rohan Meadery, 6002 FM2981, La Grange, TX 979-249-249-5652 RohanMeadery.com Pizza Truck open Saturday and Sunday. Check schedule.
Texas Czech Heritage & Cultural Center, 250 Fairgrounds Road, La Grange 78945, 979-968-9399, www.czechtexas.org
Schulenburg:
Majek Vineyard & Winergy, 12508 FM 957, Schulenburg, TX 78956, 210-413-8912, 979-532-2236 MajekVineyard.com Call for special planned event schedule.
Weimer:
Rosermary’s Vineyard, 1101 Sedan Rd., Weimar, TX 78962, 979-743-1211, Weimary.com
Whistling Duck Vineyards & Winery, 1213 CR 273, Weimar, TX 78962, 512-913-4813, WhistlingDuckWinery.com
Colorado County (northeast)
Jackson County (southeast)
Victoria County (south)
DeWitt County (southwest)
Cuero:
Historic District: See the Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum, info@chisholmtrail.musuem.org and visit The Proctor-Green House, 307 N. Terrell Street, Cuero, TX 77954 361-277-2866. You won’t be disappointed!
Gonzales County (northwest)
The following school public school districts are located in Lavaca County.
Hallettsville Independent School District
Moulton Independent School District
Shiner Independent School District
Sweet Home Independent School District
Vysehrad Independent School District
Yoakum Independent School District
Lavaca County website
Lavaca County from the Handbook of Texas Online
http://www.tamu.edu/ccbn/dewitt/freelavaca.htm
Staying in Hallettsville? See County Chambers, KC Hall http://kchall.com/calendar-of-events/ and Hallet Oak Gallery calendar of Events.
Nightlife: Sammy’s Night Club – Good company and live music! Visit the wine trails.
Events: Arena, Hodgepodge Fair Trade Market and Gathering Co., Hallet Oak Gallery,
Attractions: Hallet Oak Gallery, City Park Tree Sculpture and Walk Trail
Shopping: Hwy 77 stores, Moravia Plant shop, Kurt’s Carpet, Hallet Oak Gallery
Recreation: City park golfing, tennis, picnics,
Museums: Lavaca County Museum
Entertainment: Hallet Oak Gallery, Hodgepodge Fair Trade Market and Gathering Co., Sammy’s
Sports: Baseball and Football fields
Restaurants: Mexican Food on the Square, BBQ on the Square, Hodgepodge Fair Trade Market and Gathering Co., Jalisco’s, Diane’s Hamburgers, See more selections above.
Must See: Shiner Brewery in Shiner. City Park Sculpture, Lavaca County Courthouse and Kahn & Stanzel historic building across the street.
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