The City of Corsicana was established in 1848 and is the seat of Navarro County. It is located less than an hours drive from downtown Dallas and is minutes away from on of the state's largest lakes, Richland Chambers Reservoir. Corsicana is a designated Texas Main Street City and is home to Navarro College. Proximity to Houston and Dallas and its central location to other regional attraction make the town a popular vacation area. Visitors can enjoy fishing, hunting, boating, heritage tourism and the arts.
Things to do in Corsicana
Collin Street Bakery
Known for the very popular DeLuxe Fruitcake, the most widely distributed cake in the world. Enjoy complimentary samples and choose from the enormous variety of fresh-baked goodies. Open seven days a week. Call 903-872-8111 for more information.
401 W. 7th, Corsicana, CA
Cook Center Planetarium
Home of the largest domed theater and planetarium in Texas, which features star, laser and large-format movies to entertain and educate audiences of all ages. Days and hours vary. Call 903-874-1211 for more information.
3100 W. Collin Street, Corsicana, CA
Corsicana Visitor Center and Historic Downtown Corsicana
The Corsicana Visitor Center is housed inside a beautifully restored 1895 railroad freight office. The building was originally located near Olsen Feed & Seed, near the intersection of the railroad track and 6th Avenue. The depot was rescued from a pasture where it spent many years unoccupied. It was moved to Allyn Park, restored, and opened as the Corsicana Visitor Center and Main Street Project office on April 29, 2006. The Visitor Center is the starting point of a walking tour of 27 downtown historic sites. Guide books are available at the Center. Open Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (visitor information is located outside the building after hours). Call 903-654-4850 for more information.
301 S. Beaton Street, Corsicana, CA
Gander Mountain
Founded upon the "We Live Outdoors" culture and theme, this leading specialty retailer serves the needs of outdoor lifestyle enthusiasts, with a particular focus on hunting, fishing and camping. Open Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 903-874-2500 for more information.
3301 Corsicana Crossings Blvd, Corsicana, CA
Historic Homes
Walk or drive through the historic neighborhoods of Governor's Drive, Mills Place and the Carriage District to view the beautiful homes. Call the Corsicana Visitor Center at (903) 654-4850 for more information.
Navarro Pecan Co.
Largest pecan-shelling plant in the world, with over 50 million pounds of pecans processed each year. Choose from a tempting array of dried fruits, candies and nuts in the retail store. Hours vary. Call 903-872-5641 for more information.
2131 E. Highway 31, Corsicana, CA
Pearce Civil War & Western Art Museum
When you step into the Pearce Collections, you will come as close as anyone now alive to fully experiencing the two epic events of the 1800s - events which forged this country's national identity - the American Civil War and the westward expansion that followed. Call 903-875-7642 for more information.
3100 W. Collin Street, Corsicana, CA
Russell Stover Candies
Shop the wide selection from the largest and finest hand-dipped chocolate producer in the world. Enjoy delectable samples while watching entertaining candy-making demonstrations. Open Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 903-875-0180 for more information.
1997 Pecan Delight Avenue, Corsicana, CA
South 15th St. & I-45
Housed inside the Watkins Construction office complex, this collection includes over 400 trophy mounts and artifacts from around the world. Open weekdays and by appointment. Call 903-874-6587 for more information.
Temple Beth-El
Constructed in 1898, this historic temple with its striking onion domes reflects the long-standing Jewish heritage in the town. Call the Corsicana Visitor Center at (903) 654-4850 for more information.
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