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Things to do in Nolan County

 Located in the heart of Nolan County, Sweetwater offers a thoughtful blend of history, culture, and West Texas charm—providing guests with meaningful ways to explore the area.

Known as the Wind Energy Capital of Texas, the surrounding landscape is dotted with hundreds of wind turbines across Trent Mesa, visible from State Highway 70 and offering a striking view of the region's wide-open skies.

Local highlights include the National WASP WWII Museum, the Pioneer Museum, the Historic Municipal Auditorium, and the Nolan County Coliseum. Conveniently located at the crossroads of Highway 70 and Interstate 20, Sweetwater also serves as a gateway to the Texas Forts Trail.

From local parks to historic landmarks, there is plenty to discover and enjoy during your stay at Mulberry Manor.
Argos Brewhouse & Bookseller
Coffee, Wine, Beer, Live Music
Argos Brewhouse & Bookseller
Books, Coffee, Free Wifi, Craft Beer, Wine, and a unique space to hang out with friends in Sweetwater, Texas.
Big Boy's Barbecue
Restaurant
Big Boy's Barbecue
One of "Texas Monthly's" best Bar-B-Que joints!!! 2003, 2008 and most recently 2013. Open Thursday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Friday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Blackland Barbecue
Blackland Barbecue
2216 Lamar Street
Buck's Steaks & Bar-B-Que
Buck's Steaks & Bar-B-Que
Steaks, Burgers and Home Style Fare, Full Bar
Cocina Mexicana Gaxiola’s Restaurant
Cocina Mexicana Gaxiola’s Restaurant
Open 11:00 am – 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Tuesday – Saturday Hometown restaurant with excellent Mexican food
Municipal Auditorium
Venue
Municipal Auditorium
The Municipal Auditorium was built in 1926 and has a long history. They host a number of shows every year to support the local community.
Nolan County Coliseum
Venue
Nolan County Coliseum
The Nolan County Coliseum is a multiuse complex that hosts a variety of events. They host livestock events, equine, and the world's largest rattlesnake roundup.
Pioneer Museum
Museum
Pioneer Museum
The Pioneer Museum is a historic house and a museum. This house was built in 1906 and is decorated in a style of the period of the Ragland family's residency.
Skeets Texas Grill
Skeets Texas Grill
Some of the best steak around.
Sweetwater Chamber of Commerce
Sweetwater Chamber of Commerce
Learn all about Sweetwater, Texas and all the great things to do in the area.
Texas State Technical College
College
Texas State Technical College
The Texas State Technical College is about three miles west of historic downtown in Sweetwater, Texas. The college was founded in 1965.
National Wasp WWII Museum
Museum
National Wasp WWII Museum
The National Wasp WWII Museum is all about the women airforce piolets of WWII. There were 28 experienced civilian women pilots.
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