Places to Visit in Decatur Texas TX

In 1856 the Texas Legislature established Wise County and directed that a county seat be placed within five miles of the center.  Absolam Bishop, the "father" of  Decatur, was charged with locating and laying out the plans. Bishop, loving the outlay of McKinney, decided to copy its plan and use it for Decatur.  The city was laid out and originally named Taylorsville after Gen. Zachary Taylor.  Bishop, however, did not approve of the name.  He was indifferent to Gen. Taylor's Whip party affiliati

Fort Worth is the 12th-largest city in the United States, known for Texas hospitality and a dozen remarkable districts full of culture and fun. The historic western Stockyards featuring the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive, Billy Bob’s Texas, the world’s largest honky-tonk and the new Mule Alley. A connected downtown with the 37-block Sundance Square entertainment district. The stunning museums of the Cultural District, the Botanic Garden and nearby Fort Worth Zoo.