Sherman–Denison
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Sherman–Denison
Locals say Texoma
Sherman · Denison
Red River roots, Texas heart
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Welcome to Texoma! Whether you're here for the lake, the history, or just passing through, you'll find friendly folks and good times. Grab a cold drink and join the conversation.
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One room for everyone around Sherman–Denison. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
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Things to do
- Lake Texoma One of the largest reservoirs in the US, famous for striper fishing.
- Red River Forms the Texas-Oklahoma border, popular for boating and fishing.
- Historic downtown Sherman Charming square with the Grayson County Courthouse and local shops.
- Grayson County Courthouse Historic courthouse in the center of Sherman's square.
- Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site Birthplace of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, with a museum.
- Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge A haven for birdwatching and hiking along Lake Texoma.
- Outdoors Fish for stripers on Lake Texoma
- Outdoors Boat or kayak on the Red River
- With kids Visit the Eisenhower Birthplace
- With kids Explore the historic downtown square
- Evenings Listen to live country music at a honky-tonk
- Evenings Take a sunset boat ride on Lake Texoma
- Locals love lake marinas
- Locals love fishing piers
Through the year
- Grayson County Fair September Classic county fair with livestock, rides, and food.
- Denison Main Street Music Festival June Live music and food vendors on historic Main Street.
- Lake Texoma Striper Tournament April Competitive striper fishing on the lake.
- Sherman Art Walk May Local artists and crafts along the downtown square.
- Red River Rodeo July Rodeo events and family fun near the river.
Hot summers and mild winters, with a spring storm season. Best time to be out is spring and fall. Best: Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to be out, with mild temps and less humidity.
Talk like a local
- “Texoma”
- The local name for the whole Sherman-Denison area.
- “striper”
- Striped bass, the prized catch in Lake Texoma.
- “the lake”
- Lake Texoma, the centerpiece of the region.
- “the Red”
- The Red River, which forms the border.
Getaways
- Dallas–Fort Worth Big-city museums, sports, and nightlife.
- Durant, OK Choctaw Casino and Lake Texoma's north side.
- Bonham, TX Small-town charm and Sam Rayburn House.
- Gainesville, TX Historic downtown and the Frank Buck Zoo.
Local flavour
Teams
- Sherman-Denison Twins Texas Collegiate League
Also rooting for Dallas Cowboys, Dallas Mavericks, Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars
Eat and drink
- Fried catfish From Lake Texoma
- Chicken-fried steak Texas staple
- Tex-Mex Border-style favorites
- Barbecue Smoked brisket and ribs
Where people go
- Lake Texoma Reservoir for fishing and boating
- Red River Border with Oklahoma
- Historic downtown Sherman Brick streets and old storefronts
- Grayson County Courthouse Iconic downtown landmark
- Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site In Denison
Heritage and traditions
Sherman-Denison is proud of its Texoma identity, a friendly North Texas community with a deep railroad and frontier history, and the birthplace of a U.S. president.
This time of year in Sherman–Denison
- High school football and hunting season Fall Fall brings Friday night lights and deer hunting.
- Sherman Jazz Festival October Local and regional jazz musicians perform in October.
- Denison Eisenhower Birthday Celebration October Annual event on Eisenhower's birthday with tours and activities.
Say it like a local: “fixin' to” — about to
Festivals
- Sherman Jazz Festival October Local and regional jazz musicians perform in October.
- Denison Eisenhower Birthday Celebration October Annual event on Eisenhower's birthday with tours and activities.
- Texoma Celtic Festival March Celebrates Celtic music, dance, and heritage in Denison.
- Texoma Bluegrass Festival May Bluegrass bands from the region perform in May.
- Sherman Christmas Stroll December Downtown lights, carolers, and holiday shopping in December.
Landmarks with a story
- Austin College Historic liberal arts college founded in 1849.
- Denison's historic railroad depot A restored train station from the railroad era.
- Sherman's Old Settlers' Park A park with pioneer log cabins and a museum.
- Denison's Palace Theatre A historic theater hosting performances.
Food traditions
- Breakfast tacos A Texas morning staple, often filled with eggs, bacon, and potato.
- Frito pie A football game favorite, served in a bag of chips with chili and cheese.
- Pecan pie A holiday dessert, since Texas is pecan country.
- Tamales A Christmas tradition, often homemade and shared with neighbors.
- Smoked striper A local delicacy from Lake Texoma, smoked and served at gatherings.
Music and arts
- The historic Palace Theatre in Denison hosts concerts and plays. A cultural hub for performing arts.
- Texoma's music scene blends Texas country and Oklahoma Red Dirt influences. Local bands mix styles from both states.
- Sherman's annual jazz festival brings local and regional musicians. A celebration of jazz in the fall.
A little history
- 1846 Sherman founded as a trading post.
- 1872 Denison founded as a railroad town.
- 1890 Dwight Eisenhower born in Denison.
- 1849 Austin College founded in Sherman.
- 1943 Denison Dam completed, creating Lake Texoma.
Rivalries
- Sherman Bearcats vs Denison Yellow Jackets Friday night football rivalry that splits the county.
- Texas vs Oklahoma College football rivalry that gets everyone talking.
- Lake Texoma vs Lake Fork Anglers debate which lake has better fishing.
- Texas side vs Oklahoma side of the Red River Friendly jabs about who has the better spots.
- Game day Friday night high school football
- Game day Water skiing on Lake Texoma
- Outdoors Watch a sunrise over Lake Texoma
- Outdoors Take a sunset cruise on the Red River
- With kids Attend a high school football game
- With kids See a movie at the Palace Theatre
People speak with a Texas drawl, using 'y'all' and 'fixin' to'.
Only here
- Birthplace of Dwight Eisenhower.
- Lake Texoma is a premier striped bass fishing destination.
- The Red River's red clay banks.
- Texoma is a portmanteau of Texas and Oklahoma.
New here? A few tips
- Be prepared for hot summers and mild winters.
- Embrace the lake life - get a fishing license.
- Learn to say 'y'all' - it's friendly.
- Try the catfish at a local spot.
- Visit the Eisenhower Birthplace.
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Sherman-Denison, TX. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.