Community Resources

Fall 2023

• Red Oak Founders Day - Sat., Sept. 16

• Ovilla Heritage Day - Sat., Sept. 23

• 2023 Toys for Tots at ROHS - Tues., Nov. 28

• Ro Holiday Parade - Sat., Dec. 2

Organized in 1968 by local citizens, the Ellis County Museum, Inc. is dedicated to preserving the history of Ellis County. The museum, which also includes the Heritage Visitor Center of Waxahachie, is housed in an 1889 structure located in downtown Waxahachie across the street from the Ellis County Courthouse.

Located along the banks of Waxahachie Creek, this 33-acre park provides areas for picnicking, exercising and playing. The park also serves as an entrance to our trail system. The numerous shade trees and historic Chautauqua Auditorium make this a must see place for residents and visitors alike.

Enjoy Full Combat Jousts, Demonstrations, Entertainment, Food, Shopping & More. Step Back In Time For The Time Of Your Life! April 6 - May 27

The Texas Motorplex is a quarter mile drag racing facility located in Ennis, Texas, United States, 40 miles south of downtown Dallas. Dates of races vary.

One of Texas’ most visited historic sites, The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza chronicles the life, death and legacy of President John F. Kennedy. The Museum is in the former Texas School Book Depository building, where evidence of a sniper was found after the assassination of President Kennedy on November 22, 1963.

The Crow Museum of Asian Art is a museum in downtown Dallas, Texas, dedicated to celebrating the arts and cultures of Asia including China, Japan, India, Korea, Nepal, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Indonesia, Myanmar and the Philippines, from ancient to the contemporary.

A nationally acclaimed 66 acre display garden features breathtaking floral displays all year long. Nestled on the shores of White Rock Lake, the Dallas Arboretum was named "One of the Most Breathtaking Gardens in the World" by Architectural Digest. 

Established in 1903, this prestigious art venue features a wide selection of art exhibits, from Ancient Mediterranean to Contemporary Art and Design.

The Dallas Zoo is a 106-acre zoo located 3 mi south of downtown Dallas, Texas, in Marsalis Park. Established in 1888, it is the oldest and largest zoological park in Texas and is managed by the non-profit Dallas Zoological Society. It is home to over 2,000 animals representing 406 species.

The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History focuses on teaching the public about all things scientific and historical through interactive exhibits, films, and displays.

If you're looking for a unique and exciting way to experience the Wild West, then you need to visit the historic Fort Worth Stockyards! This well-preserved area of cowboys and cattle has been operating since 1866, making it one of the oldest attractions in Texas.

Home to nearly 7,000 animals and 500 species, the nationally acclaimed Fort Worth Zoo has been voted the No. 1 zoo in North America by USA Today, the Best Zoo in Texas by Yahoo Travel, the No. 5 zoo in the nation by USA Travel Guide, the No. 1 family attraction in the DFW Metroplex by Zagat

Frontiers of Flight's mission is to educate, motivate, and inspire all ages in North Texas by presenting aviation and space flight history and innovation through our comprehensive exhibits, collections, programming, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) curriculum.

Get an in-depth, interactive look at eight years of presidential history at America's 13th presidential library and museum. Explore important issues and events of the administration of President George W. Bush as framed by four themes: freedom, opportunity, compassion and responsibility.

The Raymond and Patsy Nasher Collection includes more than 300 sculptures by most of the 20th century's greatest talents, including Rodin, Calder, de Kooning, Giacometti, Matisse, Miró, Picasso and Serra. 

The National Videogame Museum is a video game museum about the history of video games and the video game industry, located in Frisco, Texas. 

Everything from dinosaurs to DNA to diamonds are packed into five levels of hands-on discovery and adventure. Prepare to amaze your brain.

Texas Discovery Gardens is a 7.5-acre organic urban oasis filled with natural wonders for all ages. An indoor tropical butterfly house, the Rosine Smith Sammons Butterfly House and Insectarium, features hundreds of free-flying butterflies from around the world.