First white men at site in 1849. Spring today is at center of city park. City is the home of Howard College and Dorothy Garrett Coliseum, and Southwest Collegiate Institute for the Deaf. Heritage walking tour features 26 historic buildings with antique and gift shops, Railroad and Train Display and memorabilia. From Railroad Plaza where Union Pacific railroad meets main Street.
Scenic drive overlooks city.
Houses the world's largest collection of Texas Longhorn steer horns. At 510 Scurry. J.B. Thomas, Moss Creek, Colorado City. Second Street and Gregg.