
Who would ever suspect that just beyond downtown Athens lies sunken treasure?

In 1983, the Cain Foundation built and donated this unique facility to the people of Henderson County. Since then, it has served all of East Texas, both as a fitness center with its many exercise areas, and as a civic center with rooms available for a wide variety of functions.

Over 1,200 domestic and exotic animals find solace in these 1,300 acres near Athens making it America's largest and most diverse animal sanctuary.

Experience the awe and splendor of a variety of colorful gardens year-round. Two miles of nature trails offer a quiet woodland retreat.

Step back in time at the Henderson County Historical Museum and experience life the way it was at the turn-of-the-century.

Large or small, livestock, business, or special event - there's always SOMETHING going on at the fairgrounds!

Leave your fears behind as you experience the thrill of a lifetime at NY-TX Zipline Adventures, just 15 miles from Athens (off of Highway 175 East).

Atop a hillside, the Tara Inn stands as a sentinel watching over lush vines and greeting guests to the Tara Winery.

Get eye-to-eye with some of the largest freshwater fish in captivity, then try your hand at catching one of their friends in our casting pond!
Lodging guests get FREE access to the Cain Center
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Get eye-to-eye with some of the largest freshwater fish in captivity, then try our casting pond!
A fitness center with its many exercise areas and civic center with rooms available for a wide variety of functions.
Combining country charm and simplicity with big city conveniences - a stay at the Victorian Inn is like staying with family.
General tourism brochure for Athens, Texas
Who would ever suspect that just beyond downtown Athens lies sunken treasure?
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The Tara Inn stands as a sentinel watching over lush vines and greeting guests to the Tara Winery.
The ziplines offer you a panoramic view of the beautiful rolling hills and trees of East Texas.
Noted Artist with gallery and studio, located just 4 miles S. of Athens.