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Home » About » Campus & Visitor Information » North Texas Area

North Texas Area

Austin College - Sherman, Texas

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Our distinct location in North Texas places Austin College in proximity to a host of cultural, entertainment, and recreational activities. We are half an hour from one of the nation’s top ten population centers where limitless opportunities include art, music, cultural exhibits, historic downtown main street shopping, professional sports, internationally acclaimed entertainment, and professional internships for the majority of students.

Historic Downtown Main Streets Expand

In a 30 to 45-minute radius, students will discover vibrant communities, attractive downtown squares, dining for foodies and shopping galore. See historic Sherman, Denison, McKinney, and many others.

The Perot Museum of Nature and Science Expand

Located in Victory Park near downtown Dallas, the museum is called a "world of wonder" by The Dallas Morning News. The Perot Museum is host to the annual Austin College Posey Leadership Award.

The Heart of Arts and Culture Expand

Dallas-Fort Worth and its suburbs are located half an hour away, offering countless opportunities to explore divers art exhibits and cultural discoveries.

  • Dallas Museum of Art
  • Kimbell Art Museum
  • Crow collection of Asian Art
Professional Sports Expand

The Dallas metropolitan area, home to teams in six major-sports, is within reach. There is no limit to the love for sports!

  • Dallas Cowboys
  • Dallas Mavericks
  • Texas Rangers
  • FC Dallas
  • Dallas Stars
  • Dallas Wings
Entertainment Centers Expand

The Dallas metroplex hosts a great number of live concerts, entertainment events, and extravagant festivals every year. Major venues include Toyota Stadium in Frisco, the American Airlines Center, the Texas state fairgrounds host of the largest state fair in the nation, the Meyerson Symphony Center, and Bass Performance Hall in Fort Worth.

Lake Texoma Expand

The Robbie Kubela Rogers Lake Campus of Austin College, located on the Preston Peninsula at Lake Texoma, is utilized for recreational activities, retreats, meetings, and camping.

American Airlines Center
American Airlines Center
Downtown Dallas
Downtown Dallas
Ford Stadium
Ford Stadium
Lake Texoma
Lake Texoma

About Town

Restaurants

Sherman and the surrounding area have a variety of restaurants, and quite a few local favorites you can't get anywhere else. Whether you're craving sushi, Texas barbecue, or just a cup of joe, you'll find a place that hits the spot.

 

Sherman Town CenterSherman Town Center

This booming shopping complex on the north side of town offers a variety of shopping venues. Bookstores, clothing shops, and a Cinemark movie theater are among the amenities.

 

Schulman's Movie Bowl Grille

In addition to offering bowling and an eight-screen movie theater, the location features an arcade with a ropes course and zip line, a full-service restaurant, a bar, and axe-throwing stalls.

 

Parks

The city of Sherman offers several parks with walking trails and scenic views. Hagerman Wildlife Refuge is a few miles north of Sherman, and Eisenhower State Park offers swimming, hiking, and fishing.

 

Area Lodging

The following accommodations are listed as a courtesy with rates varying from $68 - $119. Several may offer a discount for Austin College to mention when booking.

Sherman Accommodations

 

Comfort Suites
2900 N. US Hwy 75
Sherman, Texas 75090
903.893.0499

 

Holiday Inn Express
2909 Michelle Dr.
Sherman, Texas 75090
800.315.2621 or 903.892.3300

 

LaQuinta Inn & Suites
2912 Highway 75 North
Sherman, Texas 75090
903.870.1122

 

where to stay

 

Denison Accommodations

 

Best Western Plus Texoma
(rate code AC)
810 North US Hwy 75
Denison, Texas 75020
903.327.8883

 

Hampton Inn & Suites
3415 Ansley Road
Denison, Texas 75020
903.464.9010

 

Hilton Garden Inn
5015 South US 75
Denison, Texas 75020
903.463.3331

 

Holiday Inn Express
715 N. Point Look Out Dr.
Denison, Texas 75020
800.315.2621 or 903.463.2500 

 

Lake Texoma Accommodations

Tanglewood Resort
290 Tanglewood Circle
Pottsboro, Texas 75076
800.833.6569

Airport Transportation and More

Owner:  Charles West
Reliable, Economical, and Experienced
One to six passengers – Car or Van
Office
: 903.583.9257
Cell:
903.227.4614

 

Visit the Sherman Chamber of Commerce website for more information, or see the Sherman Department of Tourism for additional links to area events and accommodations.

Additional Links of Interest:

  • North Texas Concert Chorale
  • Sherman Community Players
  • Sherman Jazz Museum
  • Sherman Museum
  • Sherman Parks and Recreation
  • Sherman Symphony Orchestra

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