Seguin is located in Guadalupe County, Texas. As a large producer of pecans, Seguin is nicknamed the “Pecan Capital of Texas.” Seguin has the “World’s Largest Pecan,” which is a concrete structure located in front of the county’s courthouse. The pecan is five feet long and two and a half feet wide.
Seguin is home to the historic Wilson Pottery Site which was the first freed slave business in Texas. The Sepastopol House, which was built in 1856, is also located in Seguin and is in the National Register of Historic Places.
Seguin is a charming city with scenic views of the Guadalupe River winding through the city’s south side. Here you’ll be able to relax and take in the fresh air and enjoy the city’s rich history and unique culture.
Seguin History
Members of Mathew Caldwell’s Gonzales Rangers established Seguin in 1838. The town was incorporated in 1853. Seguin was originally named Walnut Springs because of the fresh water sources nearby. The town’s name was changed just six months later to honor Colonel Juan N. Seguin.
Many settlers came to Seguin from the south hoping to establish cotton plantations. Instead, Seguin became a center for experimenting with using concrete as building material. Because of this, Seguin had one of the greatest concentrations of concrete buildings in the country. Sadly only about 20 of these buildings stand today.
After World War II, many new industries arrived. Today there are many plants located in Seguin for steel, mowing equipment, electronic products, and more.
Seguin Parks and Recreation
Seguin Parks and Recreation Department offers many parks and recreational locations for use of the community’s members. The city is committed to maintaining their parks and keeping their areas a beautiful place for everyone to enjoy. Come spend a day at one of Seguin’s many scenic parks and take in the views of the Guadalupe River while enjoying a picnic with your family or friends. On a hot afternoon bring your kids to Seguin’s Wave Pool for a little bit of cooling off. And if golf is your game, the Max Starcke Park Golf Course is for you!
Max Starcke Park
Max Starcke Park is located along the beautiful Guadalupe River, offers a variety of recreational facilities for the community’s members. Here you will find an 18-hole golf course, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts. For your children you will find that there is the Kids Kingdom Playscape, a wave pool, and a Little league baseball/softball complex, and picnic areas throughout the park.
Seguin Wave Pool
The Seguin Aquatic Center is located in Max Starcke Park East. The center features a 5,000 square foot wave pool with a zero-depth beach type entry, a splash pool, and a raindrop mushroom. It is also available to rent for private parties.
Golf Course
The municipal Max Starcke Park Golf Course is a regulation 18-hole course located on the north bank of the Guadalupe River and is dispersed with ancient pecan trees. Included in the facilities are a pro-shop, driving range, practice and putting green. Carts can be rented and concessions are available.
Click here for a list of Seguin Parks and Recreation programs
Seguin Events
Seguin is home to many exciting and cultural events that take place throughout the year. Bring your kids to the ZDT Amusement Center for a day of fun in the jungle playground and rock climbing wall. Seguin’s Art Center is currently reconstructing their goals so that their needs can more closely relate to those of the community. They will provide many shows and summer drama camps and scholarships. The Mid-Texas Symphony is a great way to enjoy an evening out and experience amazing music. Seguin has amazing events great for anyone in the community. You won’t want to miss out!
ZDT Amusement Center
Here at ZDT's Amusement Center you and your children will be able to enjoy the indoor go-kart track, the indoor jungle playground, the rock climbing wall, the roller coaster simulator, and much more! ZDT Amusement Center is a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for everyone to enjoy and have fun!
Seguin Art Center
Seguin Art Center is currently in the process of revamping the community theatre, their image, and their level of entertainment and commitment. The Seguin Art Center is updating their goals to coincide with the community’s needs. They are looking into providing their local audiences with a solid-season playbill. The Seguin Art Center would also like to offer a season of comedy, drama, guest artists, dinner theatres and social events to accompany their summer musicals, drama camps and scholarships.
Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center
Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin’s mission is to promote a better understanding of the Mexican-American culture by the teaching, study, practice, and performance of the arts.
The Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony is a fully professional orchestra that was founded by Anita Windecker. It is currently beginning its 30th year anniversary season. The symphony performs six concerts yearly, three each in Seguin and New Braunfels. The group has also hosted numerous national and international guest artists, including Pepe Romero and Jeffrey Biegel.
Click here for a Seguin Event Calendar
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