Pedernales Country Club
Pedernales Country Club — yep, some call it Willie Nelson’s Cut-N-Putt — is a unique nine-hole golf course nestled in Spicewood
Austin Opera House
Once owned by Willie Nelson, the 1,700-capacity Austin Opera House played a pivotal role in Austin's live music history.
Austin: Willie Nelson statue
The 8-foot-tall bronze Willie Nelson statue honors the country music legend's significant impact on Austin's music scene.
Spicewood: Luck Ranch
Luck Ranch is an iconic property owned by Willie Nelson that serves as the venue for the annual Luck Reunion music festival.
Abbott: Willie Nelson’s childhood home
Willie Nelson's childhood home was in Abbott. This small town in the Hill County shaped his early musical influences.
Garland: Audio Dallas/Autumn Sound Studio
Audio Dallas Recording Studio is the historic place where Willie Nelson recorded his groundbreaking album 'Red Headed Stranger'.
Southeast Texas-Saratoga: George Jones birthplace and marker
George Jones grew up in the rural communities of Southeast Texas, amid the towering pines and wetlands. He was born in a log cabin on Sept. 12, 1931, in Saratoga, a small town located on the edge of the Big Thicket National Preserve in Hardin County. Childhood and Early Life...
Orange: Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown gravesite and marker
Multi-instrumentalist Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown blended the blues, country, jazz, Cajun, and R&B into his own sophisticated sound. He became a versatile and influential figure in American music, celebrated for his virtuoso guitar playing and mastery of various musical styles. Early Life: Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown was born April 18, 1924, in...
Fort Worth: Record Town
Record Town in Fort Worth is a unique and iconic music store with a rich history that makes it a beloved institution among music enthusiasts. Here are some of the key factors that contribute to its uniqueness: Longevity and Historical Significance: Established in 1957, Record Town is one of the...
Port Arthur: Harry Choates gravesite
Harry Choates was a mystery. Everything from where he was born to how he came to die in an Austin jail cell can be disputed. But there is no argument that the fiddler and singer popularized Cajun music beyond its traditional audience. And though Harry Choates didn't write "Jole Blon,"...
Trinity: Rebert Harris gravesite
Rebert Harris, often known as R.H. Harris, was an influential gospel singer and a pioneer of the gospel quartet singing style. He is best known for his work as the lead vocalist of the Soul Stirrers, one of the most important and influential gospel groups in history. Birth and Early...
Beaumont: Barbara Lynn birthplace
Barbara Lynn is an American rhythm and blues singer, songwriter, and guitarist, known for her soulful voice and pioneering role as a female guitarist in a male-dominated industry. She gained prominence in the 1960s and is best known for her hit single "You'll Lose a Good Thing". Birth and Early...