In May 1997, the Texas Legislature proudly declared Clifton the "Norwegian Capital of Texas," honoring its history as the largest Norwegian settlement in the state during the mid-1800s. Today, Norwegian traditions are alive and well in Clifton, drawing ancestral travelers from around the world every year. But Clifton has a long history with many fascinating stories to tell, some of which are being told for the very first time...
See the exhibit in Clifton from October 12 through December 1, 2024.
The Smithsonian's national traveling exhibit, "Crossroads: Change in Rural America," will be travelling to seven small towns spread across Texas.
To catch the exhibit when it's in your neck of the woods, check out other dates and locations by visiting our main exhibit page.
From the stunning Bosque Seven Art Gallery to the Norwegian Gallery, home to a vast collection of Norwegian heritage objects from the surrounding region, and the awe-inspiring Horn Shelter Exhibit, where visitors can explore an 11,000-year-old burial site, there’s something for everyone to explore at the Bosque Museum. Come and discover the stories that make Bosque County a truly unique part of Texas!
Each of the seven host communities plan to put their own local spin on the national story with additional exhibits, events, tours, and more.
Get ready for an exciting journey through Bosque County’s rich heritage with "Crossroads: Bosque County." This dynamic exhibit will dive deep into the themes of "Crossroads: Change in Rural America," with a special focus on life in Bosque County. Guests can actively engage in the story by sharing their thoughts at various theme stations or take part in our interactive Paper Quilt project.
Expand the items below to find all the information you need to see the national traveling exhibit in Clifton. While you're there, take advantage of all there is to do in the Norwegian capital of Texas! Explore places to lodge, dine, and shop.
The national exhibit can be viewed at the Bosque Museum.
301 S Avenue Q
Clifton, TX 76634
The local exhibit is also located in the Bosque Museum.
The exhibit will be on display seven days a week from October 12 to December 1, 2024.
Hours:
Thursday - Saturday 10 am - 5pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm
The museum will hold special Monday hours on Oct. 11 and Oct. 14 from 10 am - 5 pm.
Fee:
General Admission: $5
Children under 10: Free
Members: Free
Free parking is available in several locations immediately surrounding the museum.
Angle-in parking (including accessible spots) is available along the front of the museum on Avenue Q. Additional parking is available in the large parking lot located immediately south of the museum. The entrance to this lot is located off of Avenue Q. Finally, even more parking is available along the front of the Museum Annex, directly across Avenue Q from the museum.
The museum is ADA compliant.
While you're in town to see the exhibit, stay a while longer to enjoy the additional programming.
Town Nights at Crossroads: Bosque County (Laguna Park)
October 15, 2024
Town Nights at Crossroads: Bosque County (Cranfills Gap)
October 17, 2024
Town Nights at Crossroads: Bosque County (Morgan)
October 22, 2024
Town Nights at Crossroads: Bosque County (Iredell)
October 24, 2024
Town Nights at Crossroads: Bosque County (Walnut Springs)
October 29, 2024
Town Nights at Crossroads: Bosque County (Valley Mills)
November 7, 2024
Town Nights at Crossroads: Bosque County (Clifton)
November 12, 2024
Town Nights at Crossroads: Bosque County (Meridian)
November 19, 2024
Town Nights at Crossroads: Bosque County (Kopperl)
November 26, 2024
Downtown Clifton Self-Guided Tour
October 12 - December 1, 2024
Crossroads: Bosque County Road Maps
October 12 - December 1, 2024
The Vaquero: The First American Cowboy (Traveling Exhibit)
September 26 - December 1, 2024
Chisholm Trail Traveling Exhibit
October 12 - December 1, 2024
Do you have films or videotapes at your home or business? Were they filmed in Texas or made by a Texan? Have you ever thought about digitizing them?
The Texas Historical Commission and the Bosque Museum are teaming up with the Texas Archive of the Moving Image (TAMI) for the 2024 Texas Film Round-Up program, and we'll be in Clifton on November 16-17 to help you digitize all your old home movies...for free!
