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BACKGROUND INFORMATION

CITY:

• City Of Mason: 325-347-6449
  124 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856
  cityofmason.us

CHAMBER, TOURISM & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT:

• Mason County Chamber of Commerce: 325-347-5758
  POB 156, 108 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856
  masontxcoc.com, masontexas@hctc.net

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES: Nothing formal

NEIGHBORING TOWNS: 7 mi W of Art, 19 mi NW of Castell, 7 mi SE of Katemcy Rocks, 27 mi NE of London

PRINCIPAL BUSINESS: tourism, hunting, fishing, kayaking, ranching, wineries, wildflowers, art galleries, antiques

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS: See full details in Directory below.

• Comanche Creek Golf Course

• Eckert James River Bat Cave Preserve: Lots of bats!
• Fort Mason: Established in 1851 as part of a line of army forts from the Rio Grande to the Red River to open new areas and provide protection for settlers. A training ground for generals.
• Gene Zesch's Woodcarving Exhibition
• Historic Mason County Courthouse: Downtown Mason, Greek Revival style set on a rare 'Double Block' Courthouse Square (two sides are two blocks long), one of the few in the State of Texas.
• Katemcy Rocks: Nearby recreation, granite climbing, 4-wheeling
• Mason County Historical Museums
• Odeon Theater: Restored historic theater. One movie at a time.
• Sandstone Cellars Winery & Mason County Vineyards: An insightful boutique winery just off the town square in Mason. Tasting room.
• Seaquist Victorian Mansion: Built of sandstone, this 22-room house is elaborately detailed with carved limestone.
• Topaz Hunting: Topaz is the official Texas state gem. Colorless and light-blue varieties of topaz are found in Precambrian granite in the vicinity of Streeter in Mason County (per TSHA). Topaz is not produced commercially. Rockhounders should contact Wesley Loeffler, Menard Route, Mason, TX 76856, 325-347-6415, or stop at Nu-Way Grocery (on the NW corner of the Square), Country Collectibles on US-87 N, Benjie's Books & Gifts, or Underwood's Antiques, who offer cut and mounted stones and local hunting advice. See Gray's Blog, and Mason Gems
• Llano River: Mason County's largest public outdoor resource. Offers river-front lodging, camping, fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, tubing and other types of river recreation. This beautiful treasure has historic significance in the development and life of this area, and continues as a vibrant source of tourism and local recreation.

NEARBY & HILL COUNTRY-WIDE ATTRACTIONS: See Attractions

Some of the very nearby attractions include:

• Bend: Alamosa Wine Cellers
• Bluffton: Lake Buchanan
• Brady: Golf, Music Museums; Courthouse & Jail; Historic Train Depot
• Lake Buchanan Area: Buchanan Dam & Museum & Visitor Center; Vanishing Texas River Cruise; Canyon Of The Eagles Lodge & Nature Park; State & LCRA Parks
• Burnet: Austin Steam Train Association's "Hill Country Flyer"; Highland Lakes Air Museum;
• Fort Croghan; Delaware Springs Golf Course; Perissos Vineyard And Winery; Falkenstein Castle
• Castell: River Recreation
• Fredericksburg: Fort; Butterfly Ranch; Herb Farm; Theater; Trade Days; Museums; Dulcimers; Historic German Downtown; Jewelry Workshop; Rockbox; Wildseed Farm; Cowboy Ranch
• Hilltop: Restaurant
• Junction: Park; Golf; Scenic Drives
• Kingsland: Falkenstein Castle; Inks Lake State Park; Inks Lake Dam National Fish Hatchery; Longhorn Cavern State Park; Buchanan Dam; Golf Courses; Packsaddle Mountain; Historic Rail Yard Complex
• Lampasas: Downtown National Historical District; Pillar Bluff Vineyards; Texas Legato Winery; Keystone Square Museum; Hanna Springs Sculpture Garden; Golf; Mayborn Planetarium & Space Theater
• Llano: Parks; Golf; Hill Country Wildlife Museum; Llano County Historical Museum; Lantex Theater
• Menard: Golf; Historic Mission & Fort; Ditch Walk & Historic Buildings; Museum; River Adventures
• Richland Springs: Rising Star Winery
• Tow: Fall Creek Vineyards/winery; Lake Buchanan

PARKS: There are many state, county and LCRA parks in the greater area as profiled on the Parks page. These nearby parks include:

• Bend: Colorado Bend State Park
• Buchanan Dam: Black Rock LCRA
• Lake Buchanan Area: Canyon Of The Eagles Nature Park; State & LCRA Parks
• Burnet: Longhorn Cavern State Park; Inks Lake State Park; Inks Lake Dam National Fish Hatchery
• Fredericksburg: Admiral Nimitz State Historic Site & National Museum Of The Pacific War; Enchanted Rock State Natural Area; Lady Bird Municipal Park
• Junction: South Llano River State Park
• Kingsland: Inks Lake State Park; Inks Lake Dam National Fish Hatchery; Longhorn Cavern State Park; Nightengale Archaeological Center
• Llano: Badu City Park, Leonard Grenwelge County Park, Moore Memorial Park, Ray House & Grounds, Robinson City Park
• Menard: Fort McKavett State Historical Site
• San Saba: San Saba River Nature Park

Local city parks include:

• Fort Mason City Park: 325-347-2064; US-87 S. Ball fields, golf course, driving range, RV facilities, tent camping, pavilion, playground, restrooms, showers, laundry facilities

EVENT CALENDARS: Festivals & Major Events; Local Activities & Fun Things To Do; Farmer & Flea Market Days; Specialty & Seasonal Market Days; Art & Galleries; Quilting & Fiber Arts; Car Shows; Motorcycling Events; Beer & Brewing; Wine; Pet Events

WEATHER: Local Weather; Hill Country-wide Weather

MEDIA COVERAGE:

• On-Line News: Google News
• Newspapers: Mason County News, 325-347-5757, masoncountynews.com. Weekly
• Radio: KHLB 102.5 FM, 325-347-1025, khlb1025.com;
  KOTY 95.7 FM; KYRT 97.7 FM; KZZM 101.7 FM
• Videos:
  • Daytripper Spotlight: Web with Video
  • You Tube: Downtown, Courthouse area, 5/15
• TV, Articles:

MAPS: Local Google; Hill Country Special Maps

HISTORY: Handbook of Texas Online: "It grew up around Fort Mason, established in 1851, although some settlers were already in the area before that date. One of the first, William S. Gamel, is thought to have arrived around 1846. Peter Birk and Henry Hick were among the first German settlers who moved west from Fredericksburg. Near the site of present Mason is Gamel Spring, where John O. Meusebach is thought to have signed a treaty with Comanche Chief Ketemoczy in 1847. The area was a favorite Indian campsite, and Gamel Spring was later used as a source of water by Fort Mason. Early settlers gathered around the fort, attracted by the opportunities for employment and protection from Indian attacks. Other settlers were soldiers from the fort whose terms of enlistment had expired. A sutler's store and blacksmith shop formed the nucleus of the early town when they were moved from the actual fort on Post Hill to the nearby community of Mason.

Shortly after the fort was occupied, mail service was established from San Antonio to Mason, and then on to the west. Supplies were also shipped from San Antonio by mule wagon. The Fort Mason post office, one of the county's first, was established three miles from the fort in March 1858 by George W. Todd. The name was changed to Mason in June of that year, and the office was eventually moved into the town itself. One of the first stores in Mason was a picket building erected by W. C. Lewis, who sold ammunition, groceries, and whiskey to soldiers and settlers. A second store was opened around 1860 by James E. Ranck, known as the "father of Mason" because of his efforts to develop the town and draw settlers to the area. He and Ben F. Gooch bought 5,000 acres of nearby land to lease to sharecroppers for cotton growing. In March 1861 the fort was surrendered to Confederate authorities, but it remained virtually unmanned during the Civil War, except for local militia and rangers. During the war years settlers suffered severe Indian attacks, and most of the families in the area congregated in or near the fort for protection. Mason was made the county seat by election on May 20, 1861. In 1866 the fort was reoccupied by federal troops, and there was a resurgence of settlers into the area. The federal government built the first telegraph line in the county through Mason to the western forts; the line was made available to the public until 1868, when the fort was permanently abandoned. When the fort was deserted, both during and after the Civil War, nearby residents appropriated equipment and building materials to use in Mason, until eventually almost all traces of the installation had disappeared. An election was held confirming Mason as county seat, on August 26, 1869, and land within the town was donated for county purposes on July 13, 1870, by William and Caroline Lockhart and John and Kate Gamel.

Shortly after the Civil War a stage route and mail line was established through Mason from San Antonio to El Paso. A picket house built by S. F. Lace Bridges served as the earliest hotel. Bridges later built the Mason House, a popular stage stand and hotel for a number of years. During the post-Civil War period, beef was so cheap that cattle were killed for their hides, and the Ranck store became a center of the hide trade. Shortly after, the demand for meat in the eastern and northern markets caused prices to soar, and by the 1870s Mason was the nucleus of a thriving ranch economy.

Early schools were taught by William Poffard at the home of W. C. Lewis, and by Mrs. Lizzie McGuire in the Mason House hotel. James Ranck and John Lemburg built a mill and gin on Comanche Creek sometime before 1870, which burned in 1890. By 1869 the first stone residences were built in Mason; by 1890 nearly all the buildings were of stone. The first county courthouse and a jail were built in 1869. Previously, court proceedings had been held under an old live oak tree near the town well on the northeast corner of the town square. In 1882 the jail was replaced, and again in 1984. The courthouse and all the county records burned on January 21, 1877; a new building was completed by 1878.

The oldest church in Mason was probably the Lutheran church organized on February 15, 1872, by Rev. H. Huber; shortly thereafter a building was erected that served as church and school. The Baptist church was organized that same year, and within the next decade numerous other churches of various denominations were established. One of the oldest church buildings surviving into the twentieth century was the Catholic church, built in 1876. James Kibbee and W. S. Vickery published the first newspaper, the Item or News-Item, beginning in 1877. V. N. Loring took it over in 1886 and renamed it the Mason News. Eventually it became the Mason County News, which was still being published in the mid-1980s. A drought in 1887 was so severe that the county had to apply for state aid to assist destitute citizens, but the town's economy suffered no permanent decline. The town's first bank was organized by F. W. Henderson; it later became the first National Bank of Mason. Anna Martin became the first woman bank president in Texas when she founded the Commercial Bank in July 1901; this bank was still in operation as of 1977.

In 1900 an entire row of buildings on the north side of the public square burned, including the post office and a number of businesses. This event encouraged the organization, on September 19, 1900, of the first Mason volunteer fire department, which continued into the mid-1980s. The courthouse was replaced in 1909. In December 1902 the first telephone in the county was installed in the county judge's office in the courthouse. Public utilities were slow to develop in Mason, but the first electric light plant was in operation by 1898, providing limited services, and the West Texas Utilities Company began providing electricity in 1925. Periods of drought during the 1940s and 1950s caused public utilities to boom as the town shifted from the use of private wells to a municipal water system.

In 1923 Mason was the largest town in Texas without a railroad, despite numerous attempts over the years to get one. After the increase of automobile use and the development of the Puget Sound-to-the-Gulf Highway, the need for a railroad was minimized, and by the 1930s a number of highways ran through the town. On July 5, 1951, the live oak tree that stood in the town square where the old town well had been had to be removed to prevent interference with traffic. By the 1970s the Mason County Airport, located three miles southeast of town, served the community. All of the rural schools in the county were consolidated with the Mason schools in 1946. This and the development of improved farm roads caused much of the population to concentrate in the county seat. In 1945 Mason incorporated, after several previous attempts, partly in order to build and operate its own electrical system. The Mason Memorial Hospital was opened in 1949 and provided medical services to the entire county.

For most of its history Mason has been primarily a ranching community. Because of the great interest in agriculture, the 4-H Club and other agricultural organizations have been a major concern of both town and county. In 1907 the Mason Business Men's Club was organized; it became the Mason Chamber of Commerce on June 1, 1925. The Maverick Club, which became the Junior Chamber of Commerce in December 1935, organized the Mason County Fair Association, which manages the fair park, established in 1938 and located southeast of town on the San Antonio highway. The annual Mason County Fair and Rodeo draws tourists from all over the state. Mason also attracts many hunters, fishermen, and campers in season. Tourist attractions include the Sequist Mansion, built in the late 1880s by E. M. Reynolds and opened to the public in January 1975; the Mason Bat Caves; and the Fort Mason Museum, which consists of the old officers' quarters restored by the Mason County Historical Society and dedicated in July 1976. The Old Grammar School was renamed the Historical Building and has since housed the county library, a museum, and county offices. The historic Gamel Spring nearby was being used to feed the town swimming pool.

Mason has been the largest town in Mason County for most of its history. Since 1900 its population has generally ranged between an estimated 1,200 and 2,000 people; the 1982 population was 2,153. The town is the center of the county for business, education, and social life. In 1990 the population was 2,041. The population grew to 2,134 in 2000."

Frederick Benjamin Gipson was born in 1908 near Mason. He worked for the San Angelo Standard-Times and then the Denver Post. Gipson is probably best known for the story of "Old Yeller" (and "Savage Sam" and other favorites). He is remembered with an historical display and statue at Mason Square Museum. See listings below for details. Article

PRIOR NAMES: None

HISTORICAL MARKERS: See Texas Historical Commission's Historic Sites Atlas: atlas.thc.state.tx.us. Includes interactive map plus detailed descriptions of historical markers, cemeteries, museums, all searchable by county. See Markers
Seaquist Mansion: see below.

CEMETERIES: See THC Historic Sites Atlas above.

• Old & New Gooch: E side of town on TX-29
• Crosby: NW of town on US-87 & Crosby Cemetery Rd
• Grit Cemetery: NW of town on TX-29
• Lower Willow Cemetery: S of town, off of US-87
• Martin Cemetery: US-87, S of town

AVAILABLE SERVICES: Gas: yes; Convenience Stores: yes; Restaurants: yes; Lodging: yes; Grocery Stores: yes; Banks: yes; Vehicle Repair: yes; Hospital: no; Med Clinic: yes; Post Office: yes; Public Schools: yes; Cemetery: yes

IMAGES OF MASON: Flickr

WEB CAM FROM MASON COURTHOUSE SQUARE:

OTHER PROFILES: City Data; Texas Escapes; Wikipedia

NOTES:

Within the town area, US-87 N is called Ft McKavitt St.

The street name is spelled "McKavitt" while the apparent source of the name is actually "McKavett" after which nearby Ft McKavett was named).

The Courthouse Square is bounded by US-87 & TX-29 (Ft McKavitt St) on the N (the "Main" street at the Square), San Antonio St on the E, Westmoreland St on the S, and Moody St on the W.

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BUSINESS & ORGANIZATION DIRECTORY



ANTIQUES & CRAFTS: Closed

ANTIQUE EMPORIUM: Closed

CHEROKEE ROSE: 325-347-4039: 421 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

HILL TOP EMPORIUM/TRADING POST, HILL TOP BALLROOM: Closed Facebook

MASON COUNTRY COLLECTIBLES: 325-347-5249; 320 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. masoncountrycollectibles.com

P. V.'s ANTIQUES: 325-347-5516; Mason, TX 76856. On the Square

RED DOOR ANTIQUES: 325-347-6398; 226 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

UNDERWOOD ANTIQUE MALL: 325-347-5258; 100 N Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook




ARNOLD ART GALLERY: 325-347-4257; 118 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. FacebookOn The Square. Features local artists

CATHIE TYLER: 325-248-4366; Mason, TX 76856. cathietyler.net. Artist

FINE ARTS ASSOCIATION OF THE HILL COUNTRY: 325-347-4616; POB 1692, Mason, TX 76856. A 501c3 non-profit organization.

GENE ZESCH: 325-347-5531; Mason, TX 76856. Exhibits at local banks

KYLE MARTIN: Paintings displayed at Sandstone Cellars, see below

MASON ARTISAN GALLERY: Closed

(The) MASON GALLERY: 325-347-5225; 108 S Live Oak St, Mason, TX 76856. N side of Square. Features local artists Facebook

(The) PAINTED TREE STUDIO: 325-805-1176; 825 Wren, Mason, TX 76856. thepaintedtreestudio.com

PETERS CREEK STUDIOS: 325-347-6380; Mason, TX 76856. peterscreekstudios.com

RAMONA'S GALLERY OF ART: Closed

SUZANNE DEMAREE PHOTOGRAPHER: 325-805-0486; 4486 TX-29 E, Mason, TX 76856. suzannedemareephotographer.com

TONI HURLBUT DESIGNS: 325-347-8267; Moody St, Mason, TX 76856. On W side of Square. Jewelry




DAVID A. YOUNG: 325-347-1040; 124 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

GEISTWEIDT & WHITWORTH: 325-347-6328; 100 Westmoreland St, Mason, TX 76856. masonlegal.com

JACK LEE: 325-347-6388; 100 Broad St, Mason, TX 76856. chevron.com

SHAIN V. H. CHAPMAN: 325-347-6000; 120 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. chapman-law.com




BEATY AUTO REPAIR & SERVICES: 325-347-5759; 501 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

DIPSTICKS TIRE & LUBE: 325-347-6108; 830 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. dipstickstireandlube.com

ECKERT AUTOMATICS: 325-347-6200; 1208 Koocksville Rd, Mason, TX 76856

GARY'S REPAIR: 325-347-5694; 121 Crosby Cemetery Rd, Mason, TX 76856

GIGI'S: 325-347-0407; 825 Fort McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Convenience store, gas station

HILL COUNTRY ATV: 623-225-8483; 405 Austin Hwy, Mason, TX 76856

HILL COUNTRY COLLISION REPAIR: 325-347-5767; N Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856

J & K AUTO SERVICES: 325-347-5429; 103 Pontotoc St, Mason, TX 76856

KINGDOM AUTOMOTIVE: 325-294-4942; 942 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856-3100. Facebook

MASON AUTO PARTS: See WATSON-NAPA below.

MASON BODY SHOP: 325-347-6885; 210 Camanche St, Mason, TX 76856

PHILLIPS 66 GAS STATION: 325-347-5906; 824 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. phillips66gas.com. At Lowes Grocery

PUNCHER TOWING & RECOVERY: 325-347-7766; 905 Austin St, Mason, TX 76856, punchertowing.com

SHORT STOP: 325-347-6648; 425 Fort McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Gas station & convenience store

STRIPES: 325-347-5133; 616 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. stripesstores.com. Just NW of Square

UNIQUE VISIONS AUTO ACCESSORIES & DETAILING" 325-347-7900; 317 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856

WATSON-NAPA AUTO PARTS-PARTS CITY: 325-347-6767; 1111 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. partscityauto.com

WEBER'S CHEVRON: 325-347-0405; 615 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. chevron.com. Gas station

34 GARAGE: 325-347-7801; 2951 TX-29 E, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook




BANKCORPSOUTH: 325-347-5347; 215 Westmoreland, Mason, TX 76856. bancorpsouth.com

CAPITAL FARM CREDIT: 325-347-6653; 431 Ft McKavitt St (US-87 N), Mason, TX 76856. capitalfarmcredit.com

(The) COMMERCIAL BANK: 325-347-6324; 100 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856. tcbmason.com

MASON BANK: 325-347-5911; 111 Westmoreland St, Mason, TX 76856. S side of Square. masonnationalbank.com




THC BEER COMPANY: 113 N Spring St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Craft beer brewing




BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH: 325-347-6862; 505 Austin St, Mason, TX 76856

CALVARY LIGHTHOUSE ASSEMBLY OF GOD: 254-265-4274; 108 Wren St (off E College), Mason, TX 76856

MASON CHURCH OF CHRIST: 325-347-5771; 230 E College Ave, Mason, TX 76856

MASON COMMUNITY CHURCH: 325-347-5417; 516 Robin, Mason, TX 76856. Non-denominational

MASON MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE (MMA): POB 690, Mason, TX 76856

MASON YOUNG LIFE YOUTH MINISTRY: 214-957-7913; Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH: 325-347-5219; 325 W College Ave, Mason, TX 76856

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH: 325-347-1044; 103 Willow St, Mason, TX 76856

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: 325-347-5105: 224 Broad St, Mason, TX 76856. fumcmason.org

MASON CHURCH OF CHRIST: 325-347-5771; 230 E College Ave, Mason, TX 76856

MASON COMMUNITY CHURCH: 325-347-5417; 516 N Robin Ave, Mason, TX 76856

MASON GLOBAL METHODIST CHURCH: 325-294-4626; 424 N Spring St, Mason, TX 76856. masonglobalmethodist.org>

MASON GOSPEL CHURCH PARSONAGE: 325-347-5436; 216 Waxwing St, Mason, TX 76856

PRIMERA IGLESIA BAUTISTA: 325-347-5985; Hwy 87 N, Mason, TX 76856

RIVER OF LIFE CHURCH: 325-347-9497: 217 E College Ave, Mason, TX 76856. rolmason.org

SOUTHERN BAPTIST - PRIMERA MASON: 512-347-5219; Mason, TX 76856

SPRING STREET GOSPEL CHURCH: 325-792-7406; 416 Spring St, Mason, TX 76856. Non-denominational

ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH: 325-347-6932; 216 S Ave B, Mason, TX 76856. stpaulmason.com

ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH: 325-347-5582; 104 Magnolia, Mason, TX 76856. stpaulmason.com

EMERGENCIES
(Police, Fire, EMS/Medical)
Dial 911

CRIME STOPPERS-REPORT ANONYMOUSLY: 1-800-222-8477; or click: Stoppers

MASON VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT (VFD): Admin: 325-347-6363; Mason, TX 76856. Facebook; Mason VFD Ladies Auxiliary: Facebook 325-347-5252MASON COUNTY EMS: Admin: 325-347-6693; 220 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

Note: City of Mason does not have a police department. Law enforcement is handled by the County Sheriff, see details at Mason County

CRISIS HOTLINES: click Hotlines-Emergencies

COMANCHE CREEK GOLF COURSE: 325-347-5798; 566 Fair Grounds Rd, Ft Mason Park, Mason, TX 76856-0397. masontxcoc.com. Public, municipal, 9 holes, 3101 yds, par 36. Located just SW of town just past the RR 1723 intersection, on E side of US-87. Map




LOCAL CITY GOVERNMENT:

MASON, CITY OF: 325-347-6449; 124 Moody, Mason, TX 76856. cityofmason.us, Facebook

• Fort Mason City Park: 325-347-6449; On US-87 S of Mason Square with 29 RV hookups, all types of camping. Hiking trail, community building, ball fields.
• Mason City Pool
• Richard P Eckert Civic Center
• Utilities Dept: See section below for Electric, Recycle and Landfill

LOCAL COUNTY GOVERNMENT: See: Mason County Government Offices

STATE & FEDERAL GOVERNMENT: For offices that represent the Hill Country,
see: Texas & Federal Government Offices

MASON MOUNTAIN WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA: 325-347-5037; Mason, TX 76856. Web. Dedicated to research, demonstration, conservation, and outdoor education. MMWMA was a working exotic game ranch before TPWD acquired it in 1997. Today, 14 species of resident exotics provide excellent opportunities to study the effects of African ungulates on local habitat, and interactions between exotic and native wildlife. Dedicated to research concerning the ecology of the Central Mineral Region, and its application to wildlife management on private lands. Hunting by special permit is allowed. Located 10 mi N of Mason off US-87. Web, Facebook. Facebook. Also see our Portal Focus Topic page on Hill Country Lakes & Parks

TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE: agrilifeextension.tamu.edu. Mission is to improve the lives of people, businesses and communities across Texas and beyond through high quality, relevant education. See full Focus Topic Profile at: AgriLife
Local: 325-347-6459; 505 Moody, Mason, TX 76856.
Web: mason.agrilife.org, Email: mason-tx@tamu.edu

TEXAS DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (DPS): 512-424-2000; 5805 N Lamar, Austin, TX 78752. txdps.state.tx.us. Responsible for statewide law enforcement, vehicle regulation, driver's licenses.
Local: 325-347-6937; 201 Westmoreland St, Mason, TX 76856-0391

TEXAS DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION (TXDOT): 512-463-8588; 125 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78701. txdot.gov. Email: asktxdot@txdot.gov Provides for a safe, reliable, and integrated transportation system that enables the movement of people and goods. Responsible for the design, location, construction, and maintenance of area roadways and aviation.
Local: 325-347-6447; 2424 TX-29 E, Mason, TX 76856

TEXAS PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT: 512-288-0895; tpwd.state.tx.us. See Parks. Provides technical assistance to landowners in all aspects of native wildlife and habitat management, including game, non-game, and endangered species. Experts available to assist in the preparation of detailed wildlife management plans. Operates state parks. Game warden. Counties served: Mason
Game Warden: Brown, Randall S: 325-203-7688

US POST OFFICE: usps.com
Local post office: 325-347-5442; 704 Wren St, Mason, TX 76856-9998






COMMUNITY SERVICE & SUPPLY INC: 325-347-5359; 1408 Ft McKavitt St, US-87 N, Mason, TX 76856. Hardware, propane

COWPUNCHER SERVICES: 325-347-5262; Mason, TX 76856

DAYTON AIR SOLUTIONS: 325-347-4025; 146 Meyers St, Mason, TX 76856

DAVID LANGEHENNING CONSTRUCTION: 325-347-2882; 2555 RR 1723, Mason, TX 76856

DONOP FEED & HARDWARE: Closed

FREDONIA PEANUT COMPANY & HILL COUNTRY GRAINS: 800-429-7688; 325-429-6211; FM 1222 & RR-386, Fredonia, TX 76842. fredoniapeanut.com. 1/4 mi S on US 71 between Llano and Brady on RR-386; 15 mi N of Mason on RR-386 & 1222.

GREATER TEXAS SOLAR: 512-649-4925; 205 N Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856

HAYMAKERS: Del Roy Reichenau, Gene Geistweidt, 325-347-5608, 325-347-6236; Mason, TX 76856.

HILL COUNTRY FORCED INDUCTION: 2230 Rockhead Rd, Mason, TX 76856. .com

K BAR AG SERVICES: Mason, TX 76856. Road construction, granite gravel

K5 STIHL: 325-347-5262; 711 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856

LAKE COUNTRY CONSTRUCTION: 830-693-7777; Mason, TX 76856

LAUREN CONCRETE: 830-201 4800; 1451 Landfill Rd, Mason, TX 76856. laurenconcrete.com

MAG MATERIALS: 325-294-4055; 4282 RR-386, Mason, TX 76856. magmaterials.com

MASON BUILDING SUPPLY & RENTAL: 325-347-5899; 108 S Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856. 1 bk S of Square

MASON COUNTY GARAGE DOOR SERVICE: 325-248-7019; Mason, TX 76856

MASON COUNTY HOMES: 325-347-7650; Mason, TX 76856

MASON FEED STORE: 325-347-6381; 130 Austin, TX-29, Mason, TX 76856. masonfeedstore.com. 1 bk E of Square

MASON GREENSTAR INC: 325-347-0375; 1451 Landfill Rd, Mason, TX 76856. masongreenstar.com

MASON GUTTER SOLUTIONS: 325-347-2077; Mason, TX 76856

ROOFTECH SOLUTIONS: 830-265-9171; 1522 Streeter Ln, Mason, TX 76856. rooftech-construction.com

SMITH STEEL: 325-429-6444; Fredonia, TX 76842. smithsteeltx.com

SUPERIOR POOL SERVICES: 325-347-2349; Mason, TX 76856

TOP HAND GATES: 325-347-4711; Mason, TX 76856

UNITED HEATING & AIR: 325-347-8700; 832-784-6344; Mason, TX 76856. Doug Ferguson

WALTON CONSTRUCTION: 325-347-5985; 909 Austin St, Mason, TX 76856. Excavation

3LW MANAGEMENT: 325-948-2174; 805 Austin St, Mason, TX 76856. 3lwmanagement.com. General contractor




DAY & SEASON HUNTING OPPORTUNITIES:

See full list of leases for this town at: Hunting & Fishing.

TAXIDERMY & MEAT PROCESSING:

A VISION TAXIDERMY & OUTFITTERS: 325-347-6783; 237 San Antonio Hwy, Mason, TX 76856. avisiontaxidermy.com. On US-87 S of Square

HOOKIN' B TAXIDERMY: 325-347-1999; 725 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. hookinboutfitters

JERRY'S DEER PROCESSING: 325-347-7372; Mason, TX 76856

PRIMAL WILDGAME PROCESSING: 325-347-2999; 725 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Processing and butcher shop

HUNTING, FISHING, SPORTING GOODS, SPECIALTY EQUIPMENT & SUPPLY STORES:

BLUE THORN FENCE COMPANY: 325-347-9667; 417 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Ranch & deer fencing

CLEAN CORN SUPPLY: 512-924-1348; Mason, TX 76856

DONOP FEED & HARDWARE: Closed

HOOKIN' B TAXIDERMY: 325-347-1999; 725 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. hookinboutfitters

HUNTER GEISTWEIDT: 325-347-2843; Mason, TX 76856. Year-round deer feeder filling service

(The) WILDLIFE RANCH HUNTING & SUPPLY STORE: 325-347-8808; 5400 TX-29 W, Mason, TX 76856. huntingandsupply.com. At intersection of US-87, TX-29, and US-377 just N of town. Includes wildlife museum with one of the largest collections of native and exotic game mounts in the Texas Hill Country. Corn, timers & feeders, game calls, cammo clothing, gifts, hunting & fishing licenses, and more.

Also see KAYAKING, CANOEING & RIVER ADVENTURES below; and Fish The Llano




CITIZENS/HEMPHILL INSURANCE: 325-347-6440; 205 Westmoreland St, Mason, TX 76856

FARMERS INSURANCE: 325-347-5927; 411 Ft McKavitt St, Ste A, Mason, TX 76856. farmersagent.com/whofmann

TEXAS FARM BUREAU INSURANCE-MASON-MENARD: 325-347-6458; Mason, TX 76859




Also see our Portal Focus Topic page on Tubing & Kayaking at: hillcountrytubingpaddling.html

BLUE MOUNTAIN PEAK RANCH: 325-347-7144; 3699 Blue Mountain Ln, Mason, TX 76856. bluemountainpeakranch.com/id3.html. Privately owned ranches available to the public, located 17 miles SW of Mason off RR-1871. Offers: camping, hiking, mountain biking, wildlife viewing, hunting. Guided kayak trips on the Llano River.

HEMPHILL INSURANCE AGENCY (& ROCK BOTTOM KAYAKS): Closed

See (HOMER) MARTIN GUEST RANCH in lodging.

LLANO RIVER REGION ADVENTURES: 512-496-2020; 531 El Paso St, Mason, TX 76856. headforthehillcountry.com. Outfitter (kayaks, canoes), rental, guide service, shuttle service

MASON RIVER OUTFITTERS: 512-497-7082; Mason, TX 76856.Facebook. Outdoor & sporting goods






A STORYBOOK COTTAGE: 325-347-0809; 511 W Rainey St, Mason, TX 76856

SONLIGHT APPLE ORCHARD: 325-347-1808; 600 Austin St, Mason, TX 76856. sonlightappleorchard.com

BAHAFFER GUEST HOUSE: 325-347-5866; 425 Live Oak St, Mason, TX 76856

BICKENBACH GUEST HAUS: 325-347-9605; 421 Fuchsia, Mason, TX 76856

(The) BIRDHOUSE: 325-347-6646; 1424-B Lincoln St, Mason, TX 76856

(The) BRIDGE'S HOUSE B&B: 325-347-5151; Corner of Broad & Olmos, Mason, TX 76856

(The) CABINS ON MARSCHALL CREEK AT HOUSE MOUNTAIN: 512-477-1859; Mason, TX 76856

CARRIAGE HOUSE: Closed

CASA GUADALUPE GUESTHAUS: 325-347-7829; Mason, TX 76856. Contact "1st Choice" reservation service below

CLIFF HOUSE ON THE LLANO: 325-265-4422; Mason, TX 76856. vrbo.com/746571#. 8 mi outside town

COTTAGE ON LIVE OAK STREET: Closed

(The) COVERED WAGON B&B: 325-805-1176; 825 Wren St, Mason, TX 76856. Guest House. masoncoveredwagon.com

DAS ALTE HAUS: 325-347-5719; Mason, TX 78856. 4 miles NE of Mason on Old Pontotoc Rd

DAS KLEINE HAUS: 325-347-5868; 191 Henrich Ln, Mason, TX 76856. 1.5 mi E on TX-29

FORT MASON OUTPOST GUEST HOUSE: 325-347-6021; 304 Pecan St, Mason, TX 76856

FORT MCKAVITT INN: 325-347-5750; 1010 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Motel

(The) FULTON GUESTHOUSE: 325-347-STAY; 507 Westmoreland, Mason, TX 76856

(The) FUNKY TOPAZ B & B: 512-476-9706; 215 E Rainey St, Mason, TX 76856. thefunkytopaz.com

GAMEL GUEST HOUSE: 325-347-5531; 224 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. Contact "1st Choice" reservation service below

(The) HASSE HOUSE: 325-347-7829; TX-29 E, Art, TX. 7 mi E of Mason. Contact "1st Choice" reservation service below

HEART OF THE HEART GUEST LODGE: 325-429-6222; 11132 Oak Grove Rd, Mason, TX 76856. 15 mi NE of town

HILL COUNTRY INN MASON: 325-347-6317; 454 Ft McKavitt St, US-87 N, Mason, TX 76856. hillcountryinnmason.com. Motel

HOERSTER HOUSE: 325-347-7829; 411 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. Contact "A List" reservation service below

KEYSER'S COUNTRY CABIN: 830-992-9737; 233 Keyser Rd, Loyal Valley, TX 76856. 20 Miles SW of Mason off US-87. keyserscountrycabin.com

KOTHMANN CREEK INN: Closed

KOZY KOTTAGE: 325-347-2968; 714 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856

(The) KRUSE HOME: 325-347-5342; Mason, TX 76856

LEA LOU LODGING: 325-805-3401; 114 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. lealoutx.com. Lodging on the Square

LINDSAY RANCH: 325-347-4052; 460 Lindsay Ranch Rd, Mason, TX 76856. lindsayranch.net

LITTLE RED RETREAT GUESTHOUSE: Closed

LLANO RIVER BED & BREAKFAST: Closed

MASON SQUARE HOTEL: 208-220-7829; 122 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. N side of Square. masonsquarehotel.com

MI CASA ES SU CASA: Closed

MILDRED'S PLACE: 325-347-4187; 225 Kettner St; Mason, TX 76856. baramasontx.com

MILL CREEK RANCH: 325-656-5132. 12 mi SW of Mason on RR-1871

MISS ALMA'S B&B: 325-347-8288; 505 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856

MISSY’S PLACE GUESTHOUSE: Mason, TX 76856. Contact "1st Choice" reservations service below

OLD LIBERTY B&B: Closed

OMA's & OPA's HAUS: Closed

ON THE SQUARE GUESTHOUSE: 242 Fort McKavitt, Mason, TX 76856

PONTOTOC RANCH B&B: Closed

POST HILL HOUSE & CASITAS: Mason, TX 76856. Contact "1st Choice" reservation service, above

RANCHITO DE VENADO B&B: Closed

RAYE CARRINGTON ON THE LLANO: Closed

RED DOOR BED & BREAKFAST: 325-347-6398; Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856, redoorbedandbreakfast.com

SELAH SPRINGS RANCH: 325-597-2602; US-87, Mason, TX 76856. selahspringsranch.net. 20 mi N of town

SHATZIE RANCH B&B: 888-991-6749; 20 mi N of Mason

SMITH I BAR RANCH: 915-265-4272; Mason, TX 76856

(The) STAGECOACH STOP: 512-757-3641; 405 Magnolia, Mason, TX 76856. Contact "1st Choice" reservations service below

(The) STRAND HAUS: 325-347-2715; 810 S Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856

TEN MILE SCHOOLHOUSE: 325-805-1212; 13 mi W of town. Contact "A List" reservation service, above

(The) TOWNHOUSE: 325-347-5733; 716 Westmoreland St, Mason, TX 76856. lindsayranch.net

WILLOW CREEK RANCH: 325-347-6781; Mason, TX 76856. 14 mi S of Mason

ZESCH RIVER CABIN: 325-347-5531; Mason, TX 76856. 10 mi SW of Mason on James & Llano Rivers. Contact "1st Choice" reservation service below.

Note: Check RV Parks below for availability of cabins, guest houses and other accommodations.




COUNTRY HOME HEALTH: 325-347-9600; 204 College St, Mason, TX 76856. countryhomehealthllc.com

FRONTERA HEALTHCARE NETWORK CLINIC: 325-347-5926; 216 E College St, Mason, TX 76856 fronterahn.org. Affordable Health Care Act Application Assistance

GLENN A RUTHVEN, DDS: 325-347-1800; 217 N Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856

HOME HEALTH SERVICES: 325-347-5145; 717 Rainey, Mason, TX 76856. mkmhomehealth.com

MASON CONVALESCENT CARE CENTER: 866-378-6022; E College Ave, Mason, TX 76856. Nursing home and rehabilitation center

MASON PHYSICAL THERAPY: 325-294-4700; 626 N Ave F, Mason, TX 76856. masonhealthcenter.com

SCRIPT SHOPPE PHARMACY: 325-347-6248; 211 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856. scriptshopperx.com. Just SW of Square




ANGELA K SMITH CPA: 325-347-6600; 111 Gooch Ave, Mason, TX 76856. angelasmithcpa.com

AWE SHOOT PHOTOGRAPHY: 325-347-8230; Mason, TX 76856. aweshoot.net

BAR M RANCH SERVICES: 830-203-1611; 5309 Old Junction Rd, Mason, TX 76856. barmranchservices.com

BEATY'S EMBROIDERY & SIGNS: 325-347-5759; 605 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. beatysembroidery.com

BIG DAWG FEEDERS: 325-656-3444; 1211 Fort McKavitt St, #1588, Mason, TX 76856. bigdawgfeeders.com. Agricultural product wholesaler

BLUE MOUNTAIN PEAK RANCH: 325-347-7144; 3699 Blue Mountain Ln, Mason, TX 76856. bluemountainpeakranch.com. Hunting, nature tours, bird watching, and creature research

BRAD GLASS: 325-347-7123; 1424 Lincoln St, Mason, TX 76856. Computer support

C A CATTLE CO LTD: 325-265-4436; 658 Paloma Rd, Mason, TX 76856

COOPER'S TAX SERVICE: 325-347-8962; 411 Ft McKavitt St, Ste C-2, Mason, TX 76856.

CROSS TEXAS LAND SERVICES: 877-347-6883; 111 Austin St, Mason, TX 76856. crosstexaslandservices.com. Land surveyors

DR PEPPER 7-UP BOTTLING CO & MASON BOTTLING CO: 325-347-5150; 210 Ave A North, Mason, TX 76856. masondrpepper.com. Family owned & operated

ENVIRONMENTAL STRIPPERS: 325-347-7236; Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

ERNA FRAC SAND: 325-265-4400; 224 Evans Ln, Mason, TX 76856. ernafracsand.com

EXISTENTIAL INTERVENTIONS: 325-320-5251; 220 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

FIRST MASON TITLE COMPANY: 325-347-6388; 100 Broad St, Mason, TX 76856

GALLAGHER SHOW GOATS: 325-347-2482; 506 Ranch Hand Rd, Mason, TX 76856. gallaghershowgoats.com

GOLD SUN YOGA: Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

HAIR CARE EXTRAORDINAIRE: 325-347-5843; 802 Post Oak, Mason, TX 76856

HAVERLAH RANCHES: 325-248-3505; 15378 Premier Ranch Rd, Mason, TX 76856. haverlahranches.com. Angus cattle

HILL COUNTRY DJ SERVICE: 325-347-7006; Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

HILL COUNTRY IT SERVICES: 325-347-4577; Mason, TX 76856. hillcountryitservices.com

HILL COUNTRY KNOCKERBALL: 830-955-6300; Mason, TX 76856. knockerballmason.com

HILL COUNTRY TITLES: 325-294-4100; 132 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. hillcountrytitles.com

HORIZON MATERIALS: 512-632-2049; Mason, TX 76856

J BANNER & COMPANY NAIL STUDIO: 210-748-8886. Located at Vitality Day Spa

JACKRABBIT STUDIOS: 210-705-9407; Mason, TX 76856. jackrabbitstudios.com. Marketing

JERIALICE & ENCHANTED ROCK: 325-455-0770; 2222 Sunny Ln, Mason, TX 76856. jerialice.com. Music performer of original music, bluegrass, blues, rock, country. Music producer and engineer. Band leader. Jerialice. jerialice@icloud.com

JORDAN CATTLE AUCTION: 325-347-6361; 204 Gooch St, Mason, TX 76856. jordancattle.com

KATEMCY ROCKS: 325-347-6333; 4869 TX-29 W, Mason, TX 76856. katemcyrocks.com. 6 mi W of town in Katemcy. Recreation, granite climbing, 4-wheeling

KHLB 102.5 FM: 325-347-1025; 105 N Spring St, Mason, TX 76856. khlb1025.com. Munbilla Broadcasting Properties, Ltd. Lone Star. Country

KLASSIC KUTS & KURLS: 325-347-9671; 714 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856

KOTY 95.7 FM: Mason, TX 76856. Bryan A. King, Oldies

KRUSO.TECH: 325-805-0803; Mason, TX 76856. kruso.tech. Information technology solutions

KYRT 97.7 FM: Mason, TX 76856. Munbilla Broadcasting Properties, Ltd.

KZZM 101.7 FM: Mason, TX 76856. Munbilla Broadcasting Properties, Ltd

K5 SERVICES LLC: 325-347-5262; 711 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. www.k5servicesllc.com. Construction and repair services

LEATHERWOOD MEMORIAL CHAPELS: 325-347-0714; 1101 TX-29 E, Mason, TX 76856. leatherwoodmemorialchapels.com

LITTLE PUNCHER'S CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER: 325-347-5565; 708 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856

LONE STAR LAUNDRY: 325-347-5415; US-87, Mason, TX 76856. ½ block N of Square

LONE STAR STORAGE: 325-347-4226; 504 N Ave F, Mason, TX 76856

LOWE'S MARKET/SUPER S FOODS STORE: 325-347-5906; 824 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. supersfoods.com. Phillips 66 gas station

MANE ATTRACTION: 325-347-5654; 1216 Ritter St, Mason, TX 76856. Hair salon

MASON COMPUTER SERVICES: 512-496-8618; Mason, TX 76856

MASON COUNTY FEEDERS: 325-347-6378; 3356 Old Junction Rd, Mason, TX 76856. masoncountyfeeders.com. Cattle feed yard

MASON COUNTY NEWS: 325-347-5757; 112 S Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856. masoncountynews.com. Weekly print publication

MASON COUNTY SOB HONEY: 713-598-1505; Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Local bee honey available for sale at Lone Star Storage. 100% local & unfiltered.

MASON COUNTY TITLE CO: 325-347-6328; 100 Westmoreland St, Mason, TX 76856

MASON FUNERAL HOME: 325-347-5506; 204 Post Oak St, Mason, TX 76856. masonfuneralhome.net

MASON MONOGRAMS & MORE: 325-347-8434; 528 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

MCMILLAN LAND SURVEYING: 325-347-7260; 831 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Land surveying and mapping

MIKE INNIS: 325-347-1020; Mason, TX 76856. Freelance photojournalist

MKM TOTAL CARE: 325-347-6346; 203 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856

NUWAY GROCERY: 325-347-5713; 405 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

POST OAK SPA: 325-347-7139; 802 Post Oak St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Beauty salon

(The) POWER BARN: 325-347-7632; 839 S Carter S, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Gym/physical fitness center

PRO-GREEN GROWING SOLUTIONS: 325-347-7524; Mason, TX 76856

RANDY LEHMBERG RANCH-LEHMBERG SHOW STEERS: 325-347-5489; 18582 RR-1871, Mason, TX 76856

RC MANAGEMENT SERVICES: 325-347-7158; Mason, TX 76856

RDI: 325-347-0005; 4102 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Oil and Gas field machinery

ROBERT L. OWENS REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYOR: 325-347-5623; Mason, TX 76856

ROSS LAND SURVEYING: 325-347-9595; 240 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

SALLY MARTIN - PANACEA: 512-810-2496; 126 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. panaceamason.com.

SCHMIDT HEREFORD RANCH: 325-258-4454; 12310 SR Ranch Rd, Mason, TX 76856. Cattle, hunting

SONLIGHT APPLE ORCHARD: 325-347-1808; TX-29 E, Mason, TX 76856. sonlightappleorchard.com

SQUARE HEAD BARBER SHOP: ; 929 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

STEADY STEPS CHILDREN'S WEEKDAY MINISTRY: 325-347-0043; 224 Broad St, Mason, TX 76856

TEXAS HILL COUNTRY LAMB COMPANY: 512-633-8885; Mason, TX 76856. texashillcountrylamb.com

VITALITY DAY SPA: 325-294-4703; 626 Ave F North, Ste D, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

WOLF CAVES, LLC OFF ROAD PARK: 512-670-6200; 7966 US-377, Mason, TX 76856. wolfcaves.com. 7 mi W of town. Recreation, primitive camping, granite climbing, 4-wheeling

WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS: 325-653-2321 X 1226; Mason, TX 76856. wit.twc.state.tx.us/WORKINTEXAS/wtx?pageid=APP_HOME&cookiecheckflag=1

WORRELL ENTERPRISES: 210-240-2391; 7141 US-87 N, Mason, TX 76856. Angus and Hereford breeders




FORT MASON: 325-347-5758; 204 W Spruce St, Mason, TX 76856. Located on top of "Post Hill", just blocks from the Courthouse Square. Established in 1851 as part of a line of army forts from the Rio Grande to the Red River to open new areas and provide protection for settlers. A training ground for generals. Was Robert E. Lee's last command post in US Army. During the Civil War, the Confederacy controlled the fort, but it remained virtually unmanned. Families often sought shelter and protection within its walls during frequent Indian raids. Visitors can explore the reproduced officers' quarters that includes 3 rooms furnished as in 1861 and a display room full of interesting history on the Fort. Self-guided, open 24/7, free. Included in the Texas Forts Trail. Map. Web1; Web2; Web3

MASON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM: 325-347-0507; Brings history alive with displays from prehistoric times to current ranching and banking. View period events: Mason County War, establishment of Fort Mason (a training ground for generals), and finding largest topaz in North America. Learn about Robert E Lee's command, John Meusebach's treaty with the indians, Fred Gipson, author of "Ole Yeller" and Johnny Ringo's part in the Mason County War, listed as one of the top ten feuds in Texas. Gift Shop includes sale of surplus memorabilia. Free admission, non-profit organization, donations appreciated.
Two locations: Mason County Memorial Museum: 210 Bryan (NE corner of Moody & Bryan), Mason, TX 76856. Located 2 blocks S of Courthouse, contains the bulk of the Museum's collection. Museum on the Square: 130 Ft McKavitt St (N side of square). A newer and more compact version of the main Museum, but with unique exhibits. Email: info@masonsquaremuseum.org. masonsquaremuseum.org

MASON MILITARY MUSEUM: At American Legion Post #285: 325-347-9016; 237 Post Hill St, Mason, TX 76856. Open on Sat, 10a-5p. Admission is free. To obtain more information or schedule a group tour on a different day, call Commander Koepke at 325-347-6021.

Note: Also see historic Fort Mason and the Seaquist Mansion below.




AMERICAN LEGION: legion.org. A congressionally chartered mutual-aid organization of military veterans founded to benefit those veterans who served during a wartime.
Local Legion Post #285: 325-347-9016; 237 Post Hill St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. (Cdr Tommy Koepke, 325-347-6021)

BOY SCOUTS: scouting.org. A non-profit organization that provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness.
Local Boy Scout Troop: 590, 325-347-5390

COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES (CASA): Texas CASA. A non-profit organization with adult volunteers willing to stand up for an abused or neglected child. A CASA volunteer is appointed by a judge to provide factual information to the court on behalf of a child caught in a difficult legal process. A CASA speaks on behalf of the child’s best interest.
Local: Bluebonnet CASA, 325-347-6474; 205 N Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856. bluebonnetcasa.org, Facebook. Counties served: Edwards, Kimble, Mason, McCulloch, Menard

ECKERT JAMES RIVER BAT CAVE PRESERVE: 325-347-5970. Open May-Oct, Thur-Sun, 6-9p, Visit one of the largest Mexican free-tailed bat colonies known. 17 mi SW of Mason. See full details at: Bats & Caves

FORT MASON GOLF ASSOCIATION: POB 397, Mason, TX, 76856-0397. Contact: James Toeppich

GARDEN CLUB: Contact Patti Grote, 972-347-5446

GIRL SCOUTS: girlscouts.org. A non-profit organization that provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness.
Local: Girl Scout Troop, 325-347-6824

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY: habitat.org. A nonprofit, ecumenical Christian ministry that builds a decent place to live with people in need regardless of race or religion. Welcomes volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds.
Local: Mason County, 325-347-9591; POB 945, Mason, TX 76856. Committed To Building One House Every Year Since 2002! Facebook

HILL COUNTRY COMMUNITY ACTION ASSOCIATION: 325-347-6242; 9505 Moody, Mason, TX 76856. hccaa.com. Dedicated to providing opportunities and resources to improve the lives of Central Texans. Promote the reduction of poverty, the revitalization of low-income communities, and the empowerment of families and individuals in our service area to achieve economic self-sufficiency and maintain personal independence. Serves counties of: San Saba, Mills, Llano, Mason, Bell, Coryell, Hamilton, Lampasas and Milam

K'STAR YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES - FAMILY SPECIALIST: 325-739-4417; 325 W College Ave, Mason, TX 76856. Rachel Buck. Free services for families and youth

LIONS CLUB: lionsclubs.org. A volunteer-based, non-profit, community service organization that aggressively works to donate back to the community to support local, regional, national and international needs. Mission is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through Lions clubs.
Local: Noon Club: 325-347-5966; Mark Lehmberg, meets Tue noon at Nacho's Cafe, 621 Ft McKavitt

LOGAN RANCH CAMP: 325-265-4471; 1571 Logan Ranch Rd, Mason, TX 76856. loganranch.org. A full service Bible camp. Includes "Church at the Camp"; retreats.

MASON COMMUNITY KITCHEN: POB 711, Mason 76856

MASON COUNTY APPLE FEST: No longer held

MASON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 325-347-5758; Fax: 325-347-5259; POB 156, 108 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. masontxcoc.com

MASON COUNTY CHILD WELFARE BOARD: Working to support the welfare of our children in Mason County. Facebook

MASON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: 325-347-1207; Mason, TX 76856. Facebook
Note: See county Historical Commission

MASON CO LIVESTOCK SHOW & EXPO, INC: Facebook. Mission is to promote a safe and educational platform for Mason county youth to exhibit livestock and agricultural products to develop valuable life skills in responsibility, competition, financial management and community service. masoncountylivestockshow@gmail.com

MASON COUNTY M BEVEN ECKERT MEMORIAL LIBRARY: See Mason County
Friends of the Library: 325-347-5446

MASON COUNTY REPUBLICAN CLUB: 325-347-9447

MASON COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN: 325-347-9605; Mason, TX 76856. facebook.com/MasonCountyRepublicanWomen

MASON FOOD BANK: 210-240-4299; 124 Mesquite; Mason, TX 76856. See sponsor, Ministerial Alliance below.

MASON LITTLE LEAGUE: Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Mason Youth Baseball: 325-347-7193. Mason Youth Soccer: 325-347-0735

MASON MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE: Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Provides short term assistance to those in need through coordination of local resources and local churches. Mason County Food Bank distribution: 124 E Mesquite St (on N side, center of block), 2nd Mon of month, 3-5:30p. Nanci Gibbons: 210-240-4299

MASON OPRY: 325-597-2119; 325-347-9010; 122 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856. See schedule at hillbillyhits.com

MASON RODEO ASSOCIATION: 325-347-6000; Mason, TX 76856. Shain Chapman

MASON YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION: 325-347-7542; Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Located off RM-1723 and Hubs Road. A non-profit soccer organization for kids 4-17. Season runs from Sep-Novr with games on Sat afternoons. masonyouthsoccer@yahoo.com

MASONIC LODGE: Web. A fraternal organization that promotes Freemasonry, which includes charitable work within a local or wider community, moral uprightness, and friendship.
Local: Masonic Lodge, 325-347-5683; 204 Spring St. Mason, TX 76856-1306. Chartered June 15, 1864. Meets: 3rd Tue, 7:30p

MIGHTY MASON PUNCHER BAND: 325-347-1122 Ext 227; 31105 W College Ave, Mason, TX 76856. www.masonisd.net/domain/202, Facebook

(The) NATURE CONSERVANCY: 800-628-6860; nature.org. The leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people.
Local: 325-347-5970; 2780 TX-29, Mason, TX 76856

ODEON THEATER: 325-347-9010; 122 S Moody, Mason, TX 76856. On The Square, downtown. Live musical entertainment from well-known performers. First-run movies in the new digital format. Built in 1928 and is West Texas' longest running theater. The movie "Old Yeller", written by Mason native Fred Gipson, premiered here in 1957. See schedule at theodeontheater.com
Odeon Preservation Association: 325-347-5911

OPERATION ORPHANS: 325-347-6745; 5035 Operation Orphans Ln, POB 535, Mason, TX 76856. operationorphans.org, Facebook. Non-profit organization dedicated to children in need. Provides hunting weekends for boys and girls from child care and foster homes. Ranches, volunteers and donations needed. Jerry or Lyla Crouch: 325-347-6745, info@operationorphans.org

PUNCHER & COWGIRLS CLUB: Facebook

RED HATTERS: redhatsociety.com. A global society of women that supports and encourages women in their pursuit of fun, friendship, freedom, fulfillment and fitness.
Local Red Hatters: 325-347-1419

RIATA CLUB: 325-347-5789; A non-profit service organization.

(REYNOLDS) SEAQUIST VICTORIAN MANSION: 512-352-6415;
400 Broad St, Mason, TX 76856. seaquist.org. Facebook. Built of sandstone, this 22-room, 15 fireplace house is elaborately detailed with carved limestone.
Built in the late 1880s by E. M. Reynolds. Historical marker.
Admission fees. Tours: Feb-Dec, 1st Sat, 10a-2p
Seaquist House Foundation: 501c3 non-profit. Goal is to preserve and restore this architectural Victorian masterpiece to its former glory and encourage tourism to the area. Volunteers and donations of funds and materials welcome.

TEXAS HILL COUNTRY HERITAGE ASSOCIATION: 325-347-6683; POB 941, Mason, TX 76856. thcha.org. Supports the social welfare and economic well-being of Mason County and the surrounding Texas Hill Country by protecting private property rights and the environment through research, education, publications and programs; to identify pertinent community issues; inform the public and motivate citizens to respond; and to encourage and enhance the role of local governments.

VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS (VFW): vfw.org. A congressionally chartered organization that works on behalf of American veterans by lobbying Congress for better veterans' health care and benefits; and maintains a nationwide organization of employees and volunteers to assist veterans with their VA disability claims; and donates millions of dollars and hours for community service.
Local VFW Post: #8554, Melvin Eckert Post, 325-265-4226; 236 Post Hill, Mason, TX 76856. myvfw.org/tx/post8554, Facebook. Meets 2nd Mon 6:30p

Note: Churches, museums, schools and some other non-profits are listed on this page in their own separate category.

Note: For county-wide non-profits, public service & social service organizations, see: Mason County

Note: For Hill Country-wide non-profits, public service and social service organizations, see Hill Country Area Profile




BUDDY’S ANIMAL RESCUE: 325-970-0822; Mason, TX 76856. Mission is to care for and protect adoptable, homeless pets, to ensure their health and socialization and prepare each pet for its future home. They accept adoptable animals from shelters; they do not accept Onr-surrendered or abandoned pets. They rescue pets as their last chance before euthanasia in order to place them with a temporary foster until a permanent adopter can be found. buddysanimalrescue.org, buddysanimalrescue@gmail.com

CITY OF MASON ANIMAL CONTROL: 325-347-6449; 124 Moody, Mason, TX 76856. City Department Website. awos.petfinder.com/shelters/TX1081.html. Shelter facility is small. Adoptions available. Pets must be seen by appointment. We are not a NO KILL shelter so time is important, we try and save as many as we can.

FORT MASON BERNEDOODLES: 325-347-2482; 506 Ranch Hand Rd, Mason, TX 76856

OLE' YELLOW ANIMAL RESCUE: 325-347-2187; 717 E Rainey St, Mason, TX 76856. oleyellowrescue.com. Non-Profit, no-kill organization. Just off US-87 towards Fredericksburg

PATTIE SCHOOLEY ALLEN: 325-347-4977; Mason, TX 76856. Facebook, Pet and house sitting

REIGNING CAT'S & DOGS: 325-347-1700; 120 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856. Pet supplies, boarding, grooming, obedience

SECOND CHANCE - MASON ANIMAL RESCUE: 325-347-6929; Mason, TX 76856. secondchancemason.com, Facebook. Mission is to advocate for the humane treatment of animals and stray animal control, facilitate a spay and neuter program, prevent abandonment of animals, and provide education in animal care, behavior and humane treatment of animals. Dog and cat adoptions.

SUNNY STAR KENNELS: 325-347-5000; 506 E Pontotoc St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Boarding, grooming, sitting

Note: See separate listing sections for horses, riding, equestrian, and other care.




BUTLER COMMERCIAL REALTY: 325-347-5966; Mason, TX 76856. butlercr.com

COMANCHE CREEK REALTY: Closed

DOUBLE ADOBE PROPERTIES: Closed

FORT MASON REAL ESTATE: 325-347-4257; 118 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. fortmasonrealestate.com

FROSTY MILLER RANCH REALTY: 325-347-8020; 122 Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856. frostymiller.com

HOMESTEAD REAL ESTATE: 325-347-4012, 116 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. homestead-realestate.com

HOODOO RANCH REALTY: Closed

JAN HOOVER PROPERTIES: Closed

JOE DAVID YATES & ASSOC: 512-567-3036; 510 Ft McKavitt Rd, Mason, TX 76856. joedavidyates.com

KELLER WILLIAMS: 325-347-7757; Mason, TX 76856. conleeauctions.com

KRUSE RANCHES & HOMES: 325-347-2520; 1004 San Antonio, Mason, TX 76856. kruseranches.com. And appraisal service

LANDTX: 325-294-4616; 954 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. landtx.com

LEE MCMILLAN REAL ESTATE: 325-347-6683; 831 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. leemcmillanrealty.com

LEHMBERG REALTY: 325-347-5360; 1408 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. lehmbergrealty.com

LITTLE REAL ESTATE: 325-347-5800; 404B Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

LIVE OAK REALTY-SCOTT MCMILLAN: Closed

LLANO RIVER REAL ESTATE: Closed

MASON COUNTY HOMES: 325-265-4456; Mason, TX 76856

MIKE DAIL REAL ESTATE: 325-347-0038; 837 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. mikedail.com

NINE BAR LAND & CATTLE: 325-347-8020; 705 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. wesellranchland.com

RE/MAX BELIEVE: Closed

REATA RANCH REALTY: 325-194-4333; 110 Ft Mckavett, Mason, TX 76856. reataranchrealty.com

RENEE WALKER REAL ESTATE: 325-347-8511; 242 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. reneewalkerrealestate.com. On The Square

SHANE GRAY LICENSED REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL: 325-248-4847; 510 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

SHIRLEY'S (JAY MAY REAL ESTATE): 325-347-5870; TX-29 E, Mason, TX 76856

STEPHEN'S REAL ESTATE: Closed

TEXAS HOME-LAND REALTY: 325-347-2815; 855 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. samantha@texashome-landrealty.com

COOPER'S PIT BBQ: 325-347-6897; 810 San Antonio Hwy, US-87 S, Mason, TX 76856. coopers-bbq.com. Just S of town

DAIRY QUEEN: 325-347-5905; 1017 Fort Mckavitt St, US-87 N, Mason, TX 76856. dairyqueen.com/en-us/locations/tx/mason/1017-fort-mckavitt-st/4171/

DEADWOOD BARBECUE: Closed

DIXIE'S PIE CO: Closed

FRED'S STEAKHOUSE: Closed

FRIENDLY CAFE: Closed

GRUNTS FROZEN YOGURT & BAKERY: 325-294-4114; 114 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. On the Square. Facebook. Ice cream, breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks and coffee

JAMES RIVER ICEHOUSE: 512-585-8036; 8308 RR-2389, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook.com. Outdoor seating

(The) GATHERING PLACE: 325-294-4848; 246 Fort McKavitt, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Food, beverages. At NW corner of Mason Square. We're on mission to bring our community to sit long, talk much, laugh a lot, & just do life together. Open Mon-Sat, 7a-5:30p

GATLIN GUN SALOON, GRILL (& KELLER'S STORE): 210-323-9519; 118 Moody St, On The Square (W side), Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Guns, CHL classes, deli, restaurant, live entertainment

JAX HILL COUNTRY KITCHEN CATERING: Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

LA COPA JOE: 325-805-0991; 805 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Drive through coffee shop

LEA LOU CO-OP: 325-347-1234; 114 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. lealoutx.com. Restaurant, full bar, live entertainment, dancing, event space

(The) LINE SHACK: Closed

LITTLE PEANUT CAFE: Closed

MASON DONUTS: 325-294-4122; US-87 N (just off the Square), Mason, TX 76856

MASON'S KOOLER: 325-294-4477; 936 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856.. Drive through, general store

MASON SNOCONE: 512-915-0396; 337 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856

MI PUEBLO MEXICAN FOOD: 325-347-5808; 817 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. BYOB

MURPHY CREEK CELLARS: 325-347-1010; 120 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. murphycreekcellars.com. Tasting room, restaurant

NACHO'S CAFE: 325-347-6757; 804 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Dine-in, Outdoor seating

NORTHSIDE CAFE: Closed

OLD PEANUT MILL STEAKHOUSE & FT MCKAVITT SOCIAL CLUB: Closed

PIZZA PRO: 915-347-6648; 425 Fort Mckavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. pizzapro.com

PK'S GRILL and GRUB: 325-294-4800; 805 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

REDD'S IRON GRILL: 830-456-0030; Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Food truck, caterer

RICO'S CAFE: 325-347-5487; 510 Broad St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Mexican/American

SANTOS-THE SILERIO FAMILY RESTAURANT: 325-347-6140; 205 San Antonio St, US-87, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

SHORT STOP/PIZZA PRO: 325-347-6648; 425 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Groceries. Just NW of Square

SISTERS CATERING: 325-347-5636; Mason, TX 76856

SQUARE PLATE DELI: 325-347-1911; 212 Fort Mckavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

SUBWAY SANDWICHES: 325-347-5133; 616 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. subway.com. At Stripes

SWEETLICKS: 325-294-4321; 110 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Bakery and home decor

T.BO'S MEAT SHOP & MERCANTILE: 325-294-4004; 100 Fort McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. tbostx.com

TACOS LOCOS: Closed

TEXAS DEADWOOD BBQ: 325-805-1007; 1005 Ft McKavitt St, US-87, Mason, TX 76856. N of Square

TEXAS PIZZA WAGON: 325-347-7314; 355 Kettner St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

TOPAZ CONFECTIONS: 325-347-7055; 106 S Live Oak St, Mason, TX 76856

TRES CAMINOS: 325-347-0402; 1204 Koocksville Rd, Mason, TX 76856

WILLOW CREEK CAFE & CLUB: 325-347-6124; 106 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. willowcreekcafeandclub.com. On the Square, N side. Restaurant, bar, live entertainment, catering

ZAVALA'S CAFE: Closed

(The) 3:20 BISTRO: Closed






ANTIQUES & CRAFTS: Closed

BUZZ ON THE SQUARE (formerly Benjie's Book & Gift Store): 325-347-6232; 208 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. N side of Square

BUZZ ON THE SQUARE: 325-347-6323; 208 Fort McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. href="https://www.facebook.com/pg/buzzonthesquare" target="_top">Facebook. Gifts, decor and more

(The) CAT'S MEOW: Closed

CAROLYN COPELAND DESIGNS: 325-347-7422; 404 Lemburg, Mason, TX 76856

CHICA CHULA BOUTIQUE: 325-294-7408; 100 Fort McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. shopchicachula.com

DOLLAR GENERAL: 325-347-5963; 901 Carter St (off US-87 N), Mason, TX 76856. dollargeneral.com

FAT HEAD SPICES: 325-805-0081; 811 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. fatheadspices.com. Meats, seasonings, food products

GEMS OF THE HILL COUNTRY: Moved to Ingram

(The) GREEN HOUSE: 325-347-6040; 605 San Antonio, Mason, TX 76856. vitaminranch.com. Natural health and nursery store. US-87, 4 mi S of Square

HILL COUNTRY TROPHIES: 325-347-8444; 424 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

HILL TOP EMPORIUM/TRADING POST, HILL TOP BALLROOM: Closed

HINCKLEY'S COUNTRY STORE: Moved and renamed to Mason Hometown Variety Store

HODGEPODGE: Closed

HOFFMAN DRY GOODS CO: Closed

J CROSS J: Closed

KELLER'S STORE: 210-323-9519; 118 Moody St, On The Square (W side), Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Guns, CHL classes, deli, restaurant

LINDA'S BOUTIQUE: Closed

LAZY B RANCH: 325-347-7530; 4500 Bucks Run Rd, Mason, TX 76856. lazybranch.net. Beef

LILACS N' CALICO & CO: 325-294-4440; 112 S LiveOak, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

MARKET SQUARE MASON: 325-347-5516; 114 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. W side of Square. Gift shop

(The) MASON BOUTIQUE: 512-784-1189; 246 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. themasonboutique.com

MASON COMMUNITY THRIFT STORE: 325-347-6551; 206 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856. Located SW corner of Square. Hrs: Mon-Fri 9a-4p, Sat 10a-4p. Non-profit, all proceeds benefit non-profit projects in the Mason community.

MASON COUNTY OUTFITTERS: 126 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Outdoor clothing

MASON HOMETOWN VARIETY: 325-347-6824; 226 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. NW corner of downtown Square

MASON RESALE BARN & MORE: 325-347-7142; 336 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. wix.com/masonresalebarn/mrb

MASON SPIRITS: 325-805-5079; 811 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76846. masoncountyspirits.com. Liquor store

(The) MIX: 512-571-6586; 1019 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

(The) MOCKING BIRD: Closed

MTX BEEF: 817-681-5723; 3356 Old Junction Rd, Mason, TX 76856. mtxbeef@gmail.com

NUWAY GROCERY: 325-347-5731; 317 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

OLD PEANUT MILL POTTERY & MORE: 325-347-9640; 1100 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

(The) PETAL PATCH: 325-347-5333; 108 S Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856. masontxflorist.com. Florist, inside Mason Bldg Supply, 1 bk SW of Square

PETERS CREEK JEWELRY: Westmoreland St, Mason, TX 76856. peterscreekjewelry.etsy.com

R W ZGABAY CLOTHIERS: Closed

RANCHLAND WESTERN WEAR: 325-347-6313; 218 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. N side of Square

(The) REEL DEAL: 512-393-9901; 117 N Spring St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Seafood market, plus ready-to-eat items, catering. Open every 2nd & 4th weekends

RESTORED ROCKS: 817-681-5723, 708 San Antonio, Mason, Tx 76856. restoredrocks.com

SCHATZI'S GENERAL STORE: Mason, TX 76856

(The) SHOOTING STAR: 325-347-5301; 220 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. Jewelry

SHORT STOP CONVENIENCE STORE: 325-347-6648; 425 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856

SOUTHERN BRITCHES: 918-623-7077; 201 W Moreland, Mason, TX 76856

STREETER LONGHORN BEEF, LLC: 325-347-8434; 528 Fort McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. streeterbeef.com. Beef

(The) THING IS BOUTIQUE: 325-347-0230; 244 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. thethingisboutique.com

VINTAGE VIBE: 325-347-7150; 317 San Antonio Hwy, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

WILD FLOWERS: 325-347-5747; 855 San Antonio Hwy, Mason, TX 76856. wildflowersmasontx.com. Florists. Just off the Square

RV PARKS & SERVICES

DOS RIOS RV PARK: 512-553-3977; Mfr: 325-347-1713; 8221 RR-2389, 4500 Dos Rios Trail, Mason, TX 76856. dosriosrvpark.com. Located at the confluence of the Llano and James Rivers, 8 mi S of town on Llano River, 20 spaces. Tent camping, glamping, cabins, Airstreams, kayak/canoe rental, swimming.

FORT MASON CITY RV PARK: 325-347-2064; US-87 S (1015 San Antonio St), Mason, TX 76856. mason.tx.citygovt.org/citydepartments/parkdepartment.aspx. 1 mi of Mason Square; enter at Fair Grounds Road. 29 full RV hookups, 7 pull-thru. All types of camping. Camping spots available under shady pecan trees on the edge of golf course. Ball fields, golf course, driving range, tent camping, pavilion, playground, restrooms, showers, laundry, wifi.

HILL COUNTRY INN: 325-347-6317; 454 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. hillcountryinnmason.com. Motel & RV park. Two blocks NW of Square. 8 full RV hook-ups, WiFi, cable TV, laundry, outdoor pool.

LLANO RIVER RV PARK: Closed.

SCHOOLS

MASON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (ISD): masonisd.net
325-347-5121; 846 W Rainey St, Mason, TX 76856. Mascot: "Punchers" and "Cowgirls". UIL: Conf 2A

• MASON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: 325-347-1144; 911 W College Ave, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook
• MASON HIGH SCHOOL: 325-347-1122; 1105 W College Ave, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook
• MASON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL: 325-347-1122; 911 W College Ave, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook
• ISS BUILDING: E Rainey St, Mason, TX 76856

GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL: 325-347-5417; 516 N Robin Ave, Mason, TX 76856. gracechristianschoolmason.com

MASON HEAD START: 325-347-5852; 801 College, Mason, TX 76856?

MONTESSORI PRE SCHOOL PRECIOUS: 325-347-6025; 337 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856

SEPTIC SYSTEMS & SERVICES

HAHN WATER WELL SERVICES (aka Gary's Repair): 325-347-2195; 121 Crosby Cemetery Rd, Mason, TX 76856. masonhahnswaterservices.com. Well & solar pumps, pressure & storage tanks, tank monitors, water treatment, wastewater treatment. No Drilling

UTILITY SERVICES

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LOCAL UTILITY PROVIDERS:

BRADY COMMUNICATIONS, LLC: 325-597-9434; 1003 S Bridge St, Brady, TX 76825. bradycom.com. Internet

CENTRAL TEXAS ELECTRICAL CO-OP (CTEC): HQ: 830-997-2126; 800-900-2832; 386 Friendship Ln, Fredericksburg, TX 78624. ctec.coop. Electrical service; Excede satellite internet service.
Local: 325-347-6314; 1881 TX-29 E, POB 796, Mason, TX 76856-0796

CITY OF MASON: 325-347-6449; 124 Moody St, Mason, TX 76856. cityofmason.us

• Water & Wastewater Dept: 325-347-2245
• Electric Dept: 325-347-2247
• Mason City Recycle Center: 325-347-5710; 510 Ave F
• Landfill: 325-347-6172

GREENWAY RECYCLING, LLC: 325-218-2856; Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Residential recycling pickup service.

HILL COUNTRY TELEPHONE CO-OP (HCTC): Ingram HQ: 800-292-5457; 220 Carolyn, Ingram, TX 78025. hctc.net. Land lines, phone systems, internet, security systems. Open Mon-Fri: 8a-5p
Local office: Hill Country Telecommunications: 325-347-8877; 817 S San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856

INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS: Depending on specific location (downtown, rural, elevation, obstacles, etc), the following companies provide local internet access: Brady Communications, Hill Country Telephone Co-op, West Central Wireless; data connections from cell phone service providers; and two satellite services (Hughes; CTEC-Excede). Full details (website, phone, description) on each ISP are available at our Portal focus page on Utility & Telecom Service Providers

KELLER ELECTRIC, INC: 325-248-1533; 920 Ischar, Mason, TX 76856. mrelectric.com

MASON GAS COMPANY: 325-347-6333; 1004 San Antonio Hwy, Mason, TX 76856. masongascompany.com, Facebook. Propane, gas plumbing, cellular phones, internet, trailer sales and UPS services.

PERRY'S GARBAGE SERVICE: 325-239-5466; POB 1682, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook

WEST CENTRAL WIRELESS: 800-695-9016; Internet support: 325-234-5678; wcc.net. westcentral.com. Wireless internet & cell phone service
Local service office: 325-347-6333; 1004 San Antonio Hwy, Mason, TX 76856

HILL COUNTRY-WIDE UTILITY PROVIDERS:

For Hill Country area utility service providers (electric, gas, water, sewer, trash),
telecom providers (land lines, cellular service, TV, internet), and related services (package delivery, newspaper, etc.), click: Utilities & Telecom

WATER SYSTEMS & SERVICES

COMMUNITY SERVICE & SUPPLY INC: 325-347-5359; 1408 Ft McKavitt St, US-87 N, Mason, TX 76856. Hardware, tools, plumbing & irrregation, pumps-sales & service

HAHN WATER WELL SERVICES (aka Gary's Repair): 325-347-2195; 121 Crosby Cemetery Rd, Mason, TX 76856. masonhahnswaterservices.com. Well & solar pumps, pressure & storage tanks, tank monitors, water treatment, wastewater treatment. No Drilling

WEDDINGS, EVENT VENUES & RELATED SERVICES

ALAMO RESORT & DANCEHALL: 325-597-2602; 11841 CR-1871, Mason, TX 76856. tenpennytx.com. Lodging and event venue

TRES LUNAS RESORT: 512-557-4853; 4887 Bucks Run Rd, Loyal Valley/Mason, TX 76856. treslunasresort.com. 20 mi SE of Mason

WINERIES & VINEYARDS

COMPASS ROSE CELLARS: 325-294-4036; 113 Austin St, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook. Vineyard, wine bar

DOTSON CERVANTES: 325-239-5500; South, 360 FM-1851, Voca, TX 76887. dotsoncervanteswines.com

FLY GAP WINERY TASTING ROOM: 832-723-2203; 117 Spring Street, Mason, TX 76856. flygapwinery.com

MURPHY CREEK CELLARS TASTING ROOM: 325-347-1010; 120 Ft McKavitt St, Mason, TX 76856. murphycreekcellars.com. Tasting room, restaurant

PARR VINEYARDS TASTING ROOM: 210-415-0707; 106 S Live Oak, Mason, TX 76856. parrvineyards.com

PETER'S PRAIRIE VINEYARD: 325-805-0533; Tasting Rm: 220 Ft McKavitt, Mason, TX 76856; Vineyard: 9872 US-87 N, Mason, TX 76856. petersprairievineyard.com

ROBERT CLAY VINEYARDS: Winery & Tasting Rm: 113 Austin St, Mason, TX 76856. robertclayvineyards.com

PURPLE CALF VINEYARD & RANCH: 210-834-0913; 6402 Starks Rd, Mason, TX 76856. Facebook> Winery, vineyard

SANDSTONE CELLARS WINERY & MASON COUNTY VINEYARDS: 325-347-9463; 211 San Antonio St, Mason, TX 76856. sandstonecellarswinery.com. Boutique winery and wine bar just off the town square. Tasting room, food

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