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Fort Croghan Museum

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Established in 1849, Fort Croghan was the third of the first four forts established by the United States government to protect settlements from hostile Indians. Preserves a variety of historical artifacts. On the grounds are restored 19th-century blacksmith's shop, one room school house, powder house, and stage coach stop.

Location: 703 Buchanan Drive, Burnet Texas 78611 Telephone 512-756-8281

Other History nearby:
(Fredericksburg) Admiral Nimitz Museum State Historical
(Austin) Austin Children's Museum
(Austin) Austin Children’s Museum
(Bartlett) Bartlett Area Museum
(Austin) Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum
(Temple) Czech Heritage Museum

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