VZC Museums

VZC Museums Team of 12 Van Zandt County, Texas, historical museums, located in all the major towns of the county. Bringing the past to life! Take a trip through time.

We have log cabins, train stations, oil derricks, outhouses.

Detecting! A young History Detective looking for clues at the Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library.
06/01/2026

Detecting! A young History Detective looking for clues at the Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library.

The History Detectives of Van Zandt County were excited to be part of the Travel & Tourism Expo with the Van Area Chambe...
05/30/2026

The History Detectives of Van Zandt County were excited to be part of the Travel & Tourism Expo with the Van Area Chamber of Commerce and Van Economic Development Corporation, connecting with visitors and showcasing our area’s fascinating heritage.

05/28/2026

Welcome History Detectives! A piece of history in the heart of the county, the Blackwell House was owned by the Blackwell family for nearly a century before it was donated to the city of Canton. It’s now a museum and event venue.

05/28/2026

Welcome History Detectives! From the front entrance to the Straw Hat Theater, the Myrtle Springs Schoolhouse Museum is a trip back into the past.

The sponsors who have donated to the History Detectives project really make it possible! Thanks also to the 4 libraries...
05/25/2026

The sponsors who have donated to the History Detectives project really make it possible! Thanks also to the 4 libraries and all the museums that are welcoming the History Detectives as they find clues throughout the county!

A big Thank You to our generous sponsors of the History Detectives of Van Zandt County! We could not have done it without you!

Heritage Park Museum of East Texas is looking for items to sell at an upcoming fundraiser.
05/25/2026

Heritage Park Museum of East Texas is looking for items to sell at an upcoming fundraiser.

History Detectives at the VZC Commissioners Court May 20, 2026.
05/23/2026

History Detectives at the VZC Commissioners Court May 20, 2026.

History Detectives of Van Zandt County! Free Clue Booklets are available in all 4 VZ County libraries, museums, and many...
05/23/2026

History Detectives of Van Zandt County! Free Clue Booklets are available in all 4 VZ County libraries, museums, and many other locations. Here's Jordin at the Van Zandt County Sarah Norman Library. Pick up a Clue Booklet and start detecting!

Teacher Appreciation Day at the Heritage Park Museum of East Texas coming soon!
05/22/2026

Teacher Appreciation Day at the Heritage Park Museum of East Texas coming soon!

Teacher Appreciation Day at the Museum! Tour the buildings and get signed up for an Amazon gift card. Open to all teachers.

The Van Zandt County Courthouse is a stop on the History Detectives trail! They are ready to welcome the Detectives!
05/22/2026

The Van Zandt County Courthouse is a stop on the History Detectives trail! They are ready to welcome the Detectives!

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P. O. Box 251
Canton, TX
75103

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