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MASON, Texas
"Gem of the Hill Country"
Population (2003): 2,168Elevation: 1,539 ftArea: 3.7 smCounty: Mason (county seat)
Zip Code: 76856
Area Code: 325-347Time Zone: CST
Coordinates: 30° 44' 52" N, 99° 13' 55" W
Location: 42 mi NW of Fredericksburg; 29 mi S of Brady; 34 mi W of Llano; 28 mi S of Brady
Highways: 87, 29, RR 1871, RR 377
Creeks: ComancheRivers: None
REFERENCES
CITY:CITY OF MASON: 325-347-6449
124 Moody, Mason, TX 76856
Web: None, see Chamber
CHAMBER and TOURISM:
MASON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
325-347-5758; Fax: 325-347-5259
POB 156, 108 Ft. McKavett, Mason, TX 76856
Web: www.masontxcoc.com; Email: masontexas@hctc.net
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY WILDFLOWER TRAIL: www.tex-fest.com/wildflower/index.htm. Tourism spotlight on this town.
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY FORT TRAIL:
MAJOR ATTRACTIONS: Hunting, golf, tourism
COMANCHE CREEK GOLF COURSE: See full details below.
ECKERT JAMES RIVER BAT CAVE PRESERVE: See full details below.
GENE ZESCH'S WOODCARVING EXHIBITION. See full details below.
FORT MASON CITY PARK: See full details below.
FORT MASON: Established in 1851 as part of a line of army forts from the Rio Grande to the Red River to open new areas and provide protection for settlers. A training ground for generals. See full details below.
HISTORIC MASON COUNTY COURTHOUSE: Greek Revival style, downtown Mason.
MASON COUNTY MUSEUM: See full details below.
ODEON THEATER: Restored theater. One movie at a time. See full details below.
SANDSTONE CELLARS WINERY & MASON COUNTY VINEYARDS: An insightful boutique winery just off the town square in Mason. Tasting room. See full details below.
SEAQUIST VICTORIAN MANSION: Built of sandstone, this 22-room house is elaborately detailed with carved limestone. Group tours available. See full details below.
TOPAZ HUNTING: Contact Wesley Loeffler, Menard Route, Mason, TX 76856, 915-347-6415, or stop at Nu-Way Grocery on the northwest corner of the square. Country Collectibles on US 87 N, Benji's Books and Gifts, and Underwood's Antiques on the square offer cut and mounted stones. See Gray's Blog
EVENT CALENDAR: See Chamber web site shown above.
Jan: County Livestock Show
April: Bluebonnet Country Lanes Drives; Home Tour
May: Wildflower Country Lanes Drives; Mother's Day Craft Show
June: Open Tennis Tournament; Catfish Fry
July: County Fair & Rodeo, Parade; Arts and Crafts Show
Sep: Mason County Apple Festival
Oct: Old Yeller Days; Fall Festival; Over the Hill Tennis Tournament; Starving Artist's Show
Nov: Veteran's Day Ceremony; Wild Game Dinner; Light Up Our Town Christmas Festivities
Dec: Drive Through Luminary; Home Tour
RECURRING EVENTS:
Every Thur-Sun: Eckert Bat Cave: 6p-9p, 325-347-5970. www.nature.org, Bat Caves. Check schedule.
MAPS: Google, GeoHack
HISTORY: Handbook of Texas Online"It grew up around Fort Mason, established in 1851, although some settlers were already in the area before that date. One of the first, William S. Gamel, is thought to have arrived around 1846. Peter Birk and Henry Hick were among the first German settlers who moved west from Fredericksburg. Near the site of present Mason is Gamel Spring, where John O. Meusebach is thought to have signed a treaty with Comanche Chief Ketemoczy in 1847. The area was a favorite Indian campsite, and Gamel Spring was later used as a source of water by Fort Mason. Early settlers gathered around the fort, attracted by the opportunities for employment and protection from Indian attacks. Other settlers were soldiers from the fort whose terms of enlistment had expired. A sutler's store and blacksmith shop formed the nucleus of the early town when they were moved from the actual fort on Post Hill to the nearby community of Mason.
Shortly after the fort was occupied, mail service was established from San Antonio to Mason, and then on to the west. Supplies were also shipped from San Antonio by mule wagon. The Fort Mason post office, one of the county's first, was established three miles from the fort in March 1858 by George W. Todd. The name was changed to Mason in June of that year, and the office was eventually moved into the town itself. One of the first stores in Mason was a picket building erected by W. C. Lewis, who sold ammunition, groceries, and whiskey to soldiers and settlers. A second store was opened around 1860 by James E. Ranck, known as the "father of Mason" because of his efforts to develop the town and draw settlers to the area. He and Ben F. Gooch bought 5,000 acres of nearby land to lease to sharecroppers for cotton growing. In March 1861 the fort was surrendered to Confederate authorities, but it remained virtually unmanned during the Civil War, except for local militia and rangers. During the war years settlers suffered severe Indian attacks, and most of the families in the area congregated in or near the fort for protection. Mason was made the county seat by election on May 20, 1861. In 1866 the fort was reoccupied by federal troops, and there was a resurgence of settlers into the area. The federal government built the first telegraph line in the county through Mason to the western forts; the line was made available to the public until 1868, when the fort was permanently abandoned. When the fort was deserted, both during and after the Civil War, nearby residents appropriated equipment and building materials to use in Mason, until eventually almost all traces of the installation had disappeared. An election was held confirming Mason as county seat, on August 26, 1869, and land within the town was donated for county purposes on July 13, 1870, by William and Caroline Lockhart and John and Kate Gamel.
Shortly after the Civil War a stage route and mail line was established through Mason from San Antonio to El Paso. A picket house built by S. F. Lace Bridges served as the earliest hotel. Bridges later built the Mason House, a popular stage stand and hotel for a number of years. During the post-Civil War period, beef was so cheap that cattle were killed for their hides, and the Ranck store became a center of the hide trade. Shortly after, the demand for meat in the eastern and northern markets caused prices to soar, and by the 1870s Mason was the nucleus of a thriving ranch economy.
Early schools were taught by William Poffard at the home of W. C. Lewis, and by Mrs. Lizzie McGuire in the Mason House hotel. James Ranck and John Lemburg built a mill and gin on Comanche Creek sometime before 1870, which burned in 1890. By 1869 the first stone residences were built in Mason; by 1890 nearly all the buildings were of stone. The first county courthouse and a jail were built in 1869. Previously, court proceedings had been held under an old live oak tree near the town well on the northeast corner of the town square. In 1882 the jail was replaced, and again in 1984. The courthouse and all the county records burned on January 21, 1877; a new building was completed by 1878.
The oldest church in Mason was probably the Lutheran church organized on February 15, 1872, by Rev. H. Huber; shortly thereafter a building was erected that served as church and school. The Baptist church was organized that same year, and within the next decade numerous other churches of various denominations were established. One of the oldest church buildings surviving into the twentieth century was the Catholic church, built in 1876. James Kibbee and W. S. Vickery published the first newspaper, the Item or News-Item, beginning in 1877. V. N. Loring took it over in 1886 and renamed it the Mason News. Eventually it became the Mason County News, which was still being published in the mid-1980s. A drought in 1887 was so severe that the county had to apply for state aid to assist destitute citizens, but the town's economy suffered no permanent decline. The town's first bank was organized by F. W. Henderson; it later became the first National Bank of Mason. Anna Martin became the first woman bank president in Texas when she founded the Commercial Bank in July 1901; this bank was still in operation as of 1977.
In 1900 an entire row of buildings on the north side of the public square burned, including the post office and a number of businesses. This event encouraged the organization, on September 19, 1900, of the first Mason volunteer fire department, which continued into the mid-1980s. The courthouse was replaced in 1909. In December 1902 the first telephone in the county was installed in the county judge's office in the courthouse. Public utilities were slow to develop in Mason, but the first electric light plant was in operation by 1898, providing limited services, and the West Texas Utilities Company began providing electricity in 1925. Periods of drought during the 1940s and 1950s caused public utilities to boom as the town shifted from the use of private wells to a municipal water system.
In 1923 Mason was the largest town in Texas without a railroad, despite numerous attempts over the years to get one. After the increase of automobile use and the development of the Puget Sound-to-the-Gulf Highway, the need for a railroad was minimized, and by the 1930s a number of highways ran through the town. On July 5, 1951, the live oak tree that stood in the town square where the old town well had been had to be removed to prevent interference with traffic. By the 1970s the Mason County Airport, located three miles southeast of town, served the community. All of the rural schools in the county were consolidated with the Mason schools in 1946. This and the development of improved farm roads caused much of the population to concentrate in the county seat. In 1945 Mason incorporated, after several previous attempts, partly in order to build and operate its own electrical system. The Mason Memorial Hospital was opened in 1949 and provided medical services to the entire county.
For most of its history Mason has been primarily a ranching community. Because of the great interest in agriculture, the 4-H Club and other agricultural organizations have been a major concern of both town and county. In 1907 the Mason Business Men's Club was organized; it became the Mason Chamber of Commerce on June 1, 1925. The Maverick Club, which became the Junior Chamber of Commerce in December 1935, organized the Mason County Fair Association, which manages the fair park, established in 1938 and located southeast of town on the San Antonio highway. The annual Mason County Fair and Rodeo draws tourists from all over the state. Mason also attracts many hunters, fishermen, and campers in season. Tourist attractions include the Sequist home, built in the late 1880s by E. M. Reynolds and opened to the public in January 1975; the Mason Bat Caves; and the Fort Mason Museum, which consists of the old officers' quarters restored by the Mason County Historical Society and dedicated in July 1976. The Old Grammar School was renamed the Historical Building and has since housed the county library, a museum, and county offices. The historic Gamel Spring nearby was being used to feed the town swimming pool.
Mason has been the largest town in Mason County for most of its history. Since 1900 its population has generally ranged between an estimated 1,200 and 2,000 people; the 1982 population was 2,153. The town is the center of the county for business, education, and social life. In 1990 the population was 2,041. The population grew to 2,134 in 2000."
PRIOR NAMES: None
NATIONAL REGISTRY SITES:
CEMETERIES: New Gooch: E side of town on Hwy 29; Crosby (NW of town on Hwy 87 & Crosby Cemetery Rd)
AVAILABLE SERVICES: Gas: yes; Convenience Stores: yes; Restaurants: yes; Lodging: yes; Grocery Stores: yes; Banks: yes; Vehicle Repair: yes; Hospital: no; Med Clinic: ?; Post Office: yes; Public Schools: yes; Cemetery: yes
MEDIA COVERAGE:
On-Line Latest News: Topix
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BUSINESS & ORGANIZATION DIRECTORY
ANTIQUES & CRAFTS: 915-347-6440; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
ANTIQUE EMPORIUM: 915-347-5330; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
COUNTRY COLLECTABLES: 915-347-5249; On Hwy 87 N, Mason, TX 76856
HILL TOP EMPORIUM/TRADING POST, HILL TOP BALLROOM: 325-347-4919; 817 Ft. McKavitt, Mason, TX. Ballroom available for rent for all occasions. Full Service coffee bar, all espresso drinks & teas. Antiques, hand crafted furniture, jewelry, clothes, collectibles, purses, luggage.
P. V.'s ANTIQUES: 915-347-5516; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
UNDERWOOD ANTIQUE MALL: 915-347-5258; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
(THE) MASON GALLERY: 325-347-5225; North Side of Square, Mason, TX 76856
RAMONA'S GALLERY OF ART: 915-347-6635; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
BANKS
CAPITAL FARM CREDIT: 325-347-6653; 877-959-5500; 431 Fort McKavitt St (Hwy 87 N), Mason, TX 76856. www.capitalfarmcredit.com Financial Institutions
(THE) COMMERCIAL BANK: 325-347-6324; 100 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856. www.tcbmason.com
MASON NATIONAL BANK: 325-347-5911; 111 Westmoreland St, Mason, TX 76856. S side of Square
EMERGENCIES (Police, Fire, EMS/Medical) Dial 911 |  |
COMANCHE CREEK GOLF COURSE: 325-347-5798; PO Box 397, Ft Mason Park, Mason, TX 76856-0397. www.masontxcoc.com. Public, municipal, 9 holes, 3101 yds, par 36.
GOVERNMENT SERVICES
LOCAL CITY GOVERNMENT:
MASON, CITY OF: 325-347-6449; 124 Moody, Mason, TX 76856.
FORT MASON CITY PARK: 325-347-6449; On US 87 S of Mason square. 29 Hookups, all types of camping. Hiking trail, community building, ball fields.
LOCAL COUNTY GOVERNMENT: See: Mason County Government Offices
MASON COUNTY AIRPORT (T92): 325-347-5556; 3 mi SE of Mason, TX 76849. Open to public. No tower. Runway; 3,716 x 50 ft.; AirNav; Map
STATE & FEDERAL GOVERNMENT: For offices that represent the Hill Country,
see: Texas & Federal Government Offices
MASON COUNTY AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE OFFICE: 325-347-6459; 505 Moody, Mason, TX 76856. Agents: Brent Drennan, Kristy Powell. http://mason-tx.tamu.edu, mason@ag.tamu.edu
CRISIS HOTLINES: click Hotlines-Emergencies |
DAY & SEASON HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES:
See full list of leases for this town at: Hunting & Fishing.
TAXIDERMY & MEAT PROCESSING:
A VISION TAXIDERMY: 325-347-6783; 237 San Antonio Hwy, Mason, TX 76856. www.avisiontaxidermy.com. On 87 S of Square.
HUNTING, FISHING, SPORTING GOODS, SPECIALTY EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY STORES:
BLUE THORN FENCE COMPANY: 325-347-9667; 417 Ft. McKavett, Mason, TX 76856. Ranch & deer fencing.
DONOP FEED & HARDWARE 325-347-6371; 942 Hwy 87 S, Mason, TX 76856. Deer feeders, blinds, chow, blocks.
HUNTER GEISTWEIDT: 325-347-2843; Mason, TX 76856. Year-round deer feeder filling service.
(THE) WILDLIFE RANCH HUNTING & SUPPLY STORE: 325-347-8808; 5400 W Hwy 29, Mason, TX 76856. www.huntingandsupply.com. At intersection of Hwy 87, Hwy 29, and Hwy 377 just N of town. Includes wildlife museum with one of the largest collections of native and exotic game mounts in the Texas Hill Country. Corn, timers & feeders, game calls, cammo clothing, gifts, hunting & fishing licenses, and more.
INSURANCE
MASON-MENDARD FARM BUREAU INSURANCE: 325-347-6458; Mason, TX 76859
THE BRIDGE's HOUSE B&B: 800-776-3519; Mason, TX 76856
CARRIAGE HOUSE: 915-347-6829; Westmoreland St, Mason, TX 76856
COTTAGE ON LIVE OAK STREET: 915-347-5531; Mason, TX 76856
(THE) COVERED WAGON: 325-347-7419; 825 Wren St, Mason, TX 76856. Guest House. http://masoncoveredwagon.com
DAS ALTES HAUS: 915-347-5719; 4 miles NE of Mason on Old Pontotoc Rd, Mason, TX
THE HASSE HOUSE: 915-347-6463; Hwy 29 E, Art, TX. E of Mason
HILL COUNTRY INN: 915-347-6317; Hwy 87 N, Mason, TX 76856
HOMER MARTIN GUEST RANCH: 325-347-6852; 10022 Simonsville Rd, Mason, TX 76856. Camping, horseback riding, hiking, birding. Has cozy, air-conditioned cabins, and a main Lodge House with fully equipped kitchen, dining room, social room and game room for cards or dominoes.
MASON SQUARE BED & BREAKFAST: 800-369-0405; N side of the Square, Mason, TX 76856
MI CASA ES SU CASA: 915-347-5342; 1117 El Paso St, Mason, TX 76856
MISS ALMA'S B&B: 325-347-8288; 505 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856
OLD LIBERTY B&B: 915-347-6685; Hwy 87 S, Mason, TX 76856
OMA's and OPA's HAUS: 800-508-5101; 510 El Paso St, Mason, TX 76856
PONTOTOC RANCH B&B: 915-251-6630; Hickory Grove Rd, Mason, TX 76856
RANCHITO DE VENADO B&B: 325-347-5969; POB 1586, Mason, TX 76856
RAYE CARRINGTON ON THE LLANO: 325-347-3474; 8603 Lower Willow Creek Rd, Mason, TX 76856. www.llanoriver.com. 10 room retreat. River frontage, fishing, hiking, biking, wildlife.
SMITH I BAR RANCH: 915-265-4272; Mason, TX 76856
WILLOW CREEK RANCH: 915-347-6781; Mason, TX 76856; 14 mi S of Mason
MEDICAL SERVICES
HOME HEALTH SERVICES: 325-347-5145; 717 Rainey, Mason, TX 76856. www.mkmhomehealth.com
LLANO MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM-HOERSTER CLINICS-SCOTT & WHITE HEALTHCARE: 325-347-5926; 216 E College, Mason, TX 76856. www.http://www.llanomemorial.org/index.pl?iid=2186&isa=Category
MISCELLANEOUS GOODS & SERVICES
PRO-GREEN GROWING SOLUTIONS: 325-347-7524; Mason, TX 76856
MASON COUNTY MUSEUM: 325-347-0507; Brings history alive with displays from prehistoric times to current ranching and banking. View period events: Mason County War, establishment of Fort Mason, a training ground for generals, and the finding largest topaz in North America. Learn about Robert E Lee's command, John Meusebach's treaty with the indians, Fred Gipson, author of "Ole Yeller" and Johnny Ringo's part in the Mason County War, listed as one of the top ten feuds in Texas. Gift Shop includes sale of surplus memorabilia. Free admission, non-profit organization, donations appreciated.
Two locations: Mason County Memorial Museum: 210 Bryan (Northeast corner of Moody & Bryan), Mason, TX 76856. Located 2 blocks S of Courthouse, contains the bulk of the Museum's collection. Museum on the Square: 130 Fort McKavett (N side of square), Mason, TX 76856. A newer and more compact version of the main Museum, but with unique exhibits. Email: info@masonsquaremuseum.org. www.masonsquaremuseum.org
NON-PROFIT & PUBLIC SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS
ECKERT JAMES RIVER BAT CAVE PRESERVE: 915-347-5970. Open from May-Oct, Thur-Sun, 6-9p, Visit one of the largest Mexican free-tailed bat colonies known. See Bats & Caves
FORT MASON: 325-347-5758; 204 W Spruce St, Mason, TX 76856. Established in 1851 as part of a line of army forts from the Rio Grande to the Red River to open new areas and provide protection for settlers. A training ground for generals. Web. Included in the Texas Forts Trail: Web
HILL COUNTRY HERITAGE ASSOCIATION: 325-347-9400; POB 463, Mason, TX 76856. http://thcha.org, info@thcha.org. Supports the social welfare and economic well-being of Mason County and the surrounding Texas Hill Country by protecting private property rights and the environment through research, education, publications and programs; to identify pertinent community issues; inform the public and motivate citizens to respond; and to encourage and enhance the role of local governments.
MASON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 325-347-5758; Fax: 325-347-5259; POB 156, 108 Ft. McKavett, Mason, TX 76856. www.masontxcoc.com; masontexas@hctc.net
MASON MOUNTAIN WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA: 325-347-5037; Mason, TX 76856. Web MMWMA was a working exotic game ranch before Texas Parks and Wildlife Department acquired it in 1997. Today, 14 species of resident exotics provide excellent opportunities to study the effects of African ungulates on local habitat, and interactions between exotic and native wildlife. The resources of MMWMA are dedicated to research concerning the ecology of the Central Mineral Region, and its application to wildlife management on private lands. Hunting by special permit is allowed. Located 10 mi N of Mason off Hwy 87.
MASON OPRY: 325-597-2119; Performances at Odeon Theater, Mason, TX 76856. See schedule at www.heartoftexascountry.com and at wwwtheodeontheater.com.
ODEON THEATER: 325-597-2119; On The Square, Downtown, Mason, TX 76856. Mason Opry performs here. See schedule at wwwtheodeontheater.com
SEAQUIST VICTORIAN MANSION: 512-352-6415; 400 Broad St, Mason, TX 76856. Built of sandstone, this 22-room house is elaborately detailed with carved limestone. Group tours available.
A LITTLE REAL ESTATE: 325-347-5800; 404B Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856
COMANCHE CREEK REALTY: 404 Ft McKavitt St, MASON, TX 76856
FORT MASON REAL ESTATE: 325-347-6272; 919 Ft McKavit St, Mason, TX 76856
FROSTY MILLER RANCH REALTY: 325-347-8020; 122 Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856
HOODOO RANCH REALTY: 325-347-0055; 9760 Hwy 87 S, Mason, TX 76856. www.HooDooRanchRealty.com
JAN HOOVER PROPERTIES: 325-347-8227; POB 145, 524 El Paso St, Mason, TX 76856
LEE MCMILLAN REAL ESTATE: 325-347-6683; 831 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856
LEHMBERG REALTY: 325-347-5360; 1408 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856
LLANO RIVER REAL ESTATE: 325-347-6610; 220 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856
MIKE DAIL REAL ESTATE: 325-347-0038; 837 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. www.mikedail.com
RE/MAX Believe: 325-347-6610; 118 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856
RENE WALKER REAL ESTATE: 325-347-8511; 242 Ft McKavitt St, On The Square, Mason, TX 76856. www.ReneeWalkerRealEstate.com
SHIRLEY'S NEWLIN REAL ESTATE: 325-347-5870; Hwy 87 N, Mason, TX 76856
STEPHEN'S REAL ESTATE: 325-347-6638; 714 San Antonio, Mason, TX 76856
TEXAS HOME-LAND REALTY: 325-347-0100; 237 Hwy 87 S, Mason, TX 76856
RESTAURANTS-DINING-BEVERAGES-ENTERTAINMENT
THE BISTRO, ON THE SQUARE: Mason, TX 76856
(THE) COFFEE SHOP: 915-347-6398; on the Square, Mason, TX 76856
COOPER'S PIT BBQ: 915-347-6897; 502 San Antonio St, Hwy 87 S, Mason, TX 76856; just S of town
DAIRY QUEEN: 915-347-5905; Hwy 87 N, Mason, TX 76856
FRED'S STEAKHOUSE: 915-347-5876; Hwy 87 N, Mason, TX 76856
FRIENDLY CAFE: 915-347-6435; Hwy 87 N, Mason, TX 76856
NORTH SIDE CAFE: 325-347-5002; 510 Broad St, Mason, TX
OLD PEANUT MILL STEAKHOUSE: 325-347-9540; 1100 Ft McKavitt St., Mason, TX 76856; just N of town, huge bar & dance floor, full menu, draft beer, big outdoor area.
SANTOS TAQUERIA: 325-347-6140; 205 San Antonio Street, Hwy 87, Mason, TX 76856; On the SE corner of the Square. Excellent Mexican food, beer, winearitas. Open Thurs-Sun. www.santostaqueria.com
(THE) SQUARE PLATE: 325-347-1911; 212 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX. www.sqplate.com
WILLOW CREEK CAFE: 915-347-6124; 106 Ft McKavitt, on the Square, Mason, TX 76856
ZAVALA'S CAFE: 915-347-5365; 902 Ft McKavitt, Hwy 87 N, Mason, TX 76856
RETAIL SHOPPING
ANTIQUES & CRAFTS: 915-347-6440; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
BENG'S BOOKS & GIFTS: 915-347-6232; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
(THE) CAT'S MEOW: 325-347-5225; 106 S Live Oak St (E side of Square), Mason, TX 76856
DONOP FEED & HARDWARE: 325-347-6371; 942 Hwy 87 S, Mason, TX 76856; Deer feeders, blinds, chow, blocks.
GEMS OF THE HILL COUNTRY: 325-347-0475; On The Square at 126 Ft McKavitt, Mason, TX 76856. www.texas-topaz.com. Lapidaries & jewelers.
HILL TOP EMPORIUM/TRADING POST, HILL TOP BALLROOM: 325-347-4919; 817 Ft McKavitt, Mason, TX. Ballroom available for rent for all occasions. Full Service coffee bar, all espresso drinks & teas. Antiques, hand crafted furniture, jewelry, clothes, collectibles, purses, luggage.
HINCKLEY'S COUNTRY STORE: 915-347-6824; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
HODGEPODGE: On the Square, Mason, TX 76856, Mason, TX 76856
HOFFMAN DRY GOODS CO: 915-347-6750; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
J CROSS J: 325-347-6383; 811 Ft McKavett, Mason, TX 76856. Tack & ranch store.
LINDA'S BOUTIQUE: 915-347-5553; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
MARKET SQUARE: 915-347-5516; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
NUWAY GROCERY: 325-347-5731; 317 Ft. McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856
RANCHLAND WESTERN WEAR: 325-347-6313; 218 Ft McKavitt St (Hwy 87 N), Mason, TX 76856
KELLER'S RIVERSIDE STORE: 325-347-0055; 9760 Hwy 87 S, Mason, TX 76856. www.kellersstore.com. Guns, art, music, outdoor recreation
SHORT STOP CONVENIENCE STORE: 325-347-6648; 425 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856
R. W. ZGABAY CLOTHIERS: 915-347-6896; On the Square, Mason, TX 76856
DOS RIOS RV PARK: 325-347-1713; 8221 RR 2389 Mason, TX 76856
FORT MASON CITY PARK: 325-347-2064; Mason, TX 76856. On US 87 south of Mason square. 29 Hookups, all types of camping.
LLANO RIVER RV PARK: 866-640-9696; 37 Keller Leveno Rd. www.llanoriverrvpark.com. Located 13 mi S of Mason on US 87
SCHOOLS
MASON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (ISD): www.masonisd.net
325-347-5121; 846 W Rainey St, Mason, TX 76856. Mason "Punchers"
- MASON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: 325-347-1144; 911 W College Ave, Mason, TX 76856
- MASON HIGH SCHOOL: 325-347-1122; 1105 E College Ave, Mason, TX 76856
- MASON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL: 325-347-1122; 911 W College Ave, Mason, TX 76856
- ISS BUILDING: E Rainey St, Mason, TX 76856
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL: 325-347-5417; 516 N Robin Ave, Mason, TX 76856
MONTESSORI PRE SCHOOL PRECIOUS: 325-347-6025; 337 San Antonio St, Mason 76856
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LOCAL UTILITY PROVIDERS:
CENTRAL TEXAS ELECTRICAL CO-OP: HQ: 830-997-2126; 800-900-2832; 386 Friendship Ln, Fredericksburg, TX 78624. www.ctec.coop. Local Office: 325-347-6314; 983 US Hwy 87 N, POB 796, Mason, TX 76856-0796
HILL COUNTRY TELEPHONE CO-OP: Ingram HQ: 800-292-5457; 220 Carolyn, Ingram, TX 78025. www.hctc.net. Land lines, phone systems, internet, security systems. Local office: 325-347-8877; 100 Ft. McKavitt
HILL COUNTRY-WIDE UTILITY PROVIDERS:
For Hill Country area utility service providers (electric, gas, water, sewer, trash),
telecom providers (land lines, cellular service, TV, internet), and related services (package delivery, newspaper, etc.), click: Utilities & Telecom
SANDSTONE CELLARS WINERY & MASON COUNTY VINEYARDS: 325-347-9463; 211 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856; An insightful boutique winery just off the town square in Mason. Tasting room. www.sandstonecellarswinery.com
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SANDY ROAD GUEST HAUS:
An upscale Western-style Guest House Bed & Breakfast
in a Beautiful Ranch Setting in the Gorgeous Texas Hill Country
B&B Reservations & Information: 281-300-7177
9242 RR 1320 (Sandy Road), Johnson City, TX 78636
Web: www.SandyRoadGuestHaus.com Email: info@SandyRoadGuestHaus.com
Come Relax & Enjoy!
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