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Museums & Galleries

Whitehead Memorial Adventures
1308 South Main Street • Del Rio, TX 78840
830-774-7568
Unlike many other museums, our exhibits consist of several buildings, each a historical significance in itself. The Whitehead Memorial Museum is dedicated to the preservation of Del Rio's heritage as well as Val Verde County's. more... map

Seminole Canyon State Historical Park
Take US 90 east about 45 miles to Park Road • Del Rio, TX 78837
P.O. Box 820
432-292-4464
In the canyon of this 2,173-acre park Fate Bell Shelter that contains some of North America's oldest pictographs--some believed to be painted 8,000 years ago and considered by many experts to be among the most important rock art finds in the New World. Early man first visited this area 12,000 years ago, a time when now-extinct species of elephant, camel, bison, and horse roamed the landscape. Hiking, mountain biking, camping, historical study, and nature/interpretive attractions are enjoyed. more... map

Del Rio Council for the Arts at the Firehouse
120 East Garfield • Del Rio, TX 78840
830-775-0888
This building actually was Del Rio's original firehouse, city hall, and jail. The Firehouse Gallery brings to town a variety of touring and local art exhibitions throughout the year. Hours are Tuesday-Friday 10:00 am-5:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am-2:00 pm. Guided tours are available. more... map

Val Verde Winery
100 Qualia Drive • Del Rio, TX 78840
Turn left on Veterans' Boulevard
830-775-9714
This is the oldest winery in Texas, started in 1883 by Frank Qualia, an Italian immigrant, and still operated by the Qualia family. more... map