Nacogdoches Summer Scavenger Hunt is a collaborative event between the historic and cultural arts sites of Nacogdoches to encourage visitors to explore Nacogdoches and for residents to be tourists in their town!
How to Play:
-Pick up a printed scavenger hunt at any of the participating locations (listed below).
-Take your scavenger hunt to each site and answer the questions listed.
-At your last stop, leave your scavenger hunt with the site (make sure you fill out your contact information).
Each completed scavenger hunt will be entered into a drawing to win a prize gift basket with items graciously donated by each site.
New in 2025
Prizes: Can't make all 11 sites? No worries! There are two prize categories this year.
-Master Explorers: You have visited all 11 sites and answered every question. You will be entered to win the grand prizes that include gift items and tickets to various events around Nacogdoches.
-History Hunters: You have made it to 5 sites and answered every question. You may go ahead and turn in your scavenger hunt at your final stop for a chance to win a basket of gift items.
-Upload Photos of your adventures using the QR Code on the scavenger hunt.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Where do I get a scavenger hunt?
A: Scavenger hunts can be picked up at any of the participating locations:
2025 Participating Locations:
Please note that each organization may have different hours and admission, please click the link to go directly to their pages.
-Nac Historic Sites (includes the Sterne-Hoya House, the Durst-Taylor House, Zion Hill and the Nacogdoches Railroad Depot)
-Nacogdoches Public Library
-Nacogdoches Visitor's Center
-Stone Fort Museum
-Old University Building
-Cole Art Center
-Millard's Crossing Historic Village
-Fire Museum
Q: How does the scavenger hunt work?
A: Answer the questions at each participating location, then turn in the scavenger hunt (with your contact info) at your final stop.
Q: What hours are the locations open? Is there admission?
A: The Nacogdoches Summer Scavenger Hunt partners with several sites operated by various organizations. For information about Hours, please click on the link above to check the times for each site. Most sites on the hunt are free, but there may be some sites that charge admission.
Q: What if I can't make all 11 sites?
A: This year, there are two prize categories. Those who can only make at least 5 of the 11 sites, can turn in their hunt for a chance to win a prize.
Q: What are the prizes?
A:Those who visit all 11 sites, or 5 sites, and turn their scavenger hunts in are entered into a chance to win a gift basket with various gift items donated by the participating sites.
Q: Who should I contact if I have any questions?
A: For questions, please call 936-560-4441 or email
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