Learn More About Longview, Texas

Located near the Sabine river and the Texas-Louisiana border, Longview is an industrious and vibrant city of nearly 82,000 people in Gregg county, Texas. The city was founded in the 1870s and grew with the railway travel and the lumber industry, as well as agriculture, oil production and manufacturing. It was one of the fastest growth cities in the U.S. between 1950 and 1954.

The many cultural and recreational options offer something for everyone. The Longview Museum of Fine Arts displays a permanent collection of European and American works as well as rotating exhibitions. The Longview Playhouse is the oldest community theatre in Texas and puts on regular shows each year. The Maude Cobb Activities Complex draws the local sporting community with its many fields and grandstands. The Great Texas Balloon Race takes place each July, with visitors descending on Longview to watch the hot air balloons and enjoy a wide range of events.

Longview's restaurants offer a diverse range of cuisines, from breakfast joints, diners and barbeque to Mexican, Italian, Japanese, and Chinese. The city is also home to the largest chain and unique, independent stores and boutiques.

There are plenty of lodging options and what to do in Longview, from the nearby Lake O' The Pines for fishing, camping and water sports to Lake Cherokee for more of the same. The nature preserves in Kemp, Lake Arrowhead and Martin Creek offer nature hiking for those who are looking for outdoor recreation, as well as picnicking, biking and bird watching.

Longview is a great place to live, work, and play. Its history gives it rich, deep roots and commitment to what makes a great city. With so much to do and see, Longview is the ideal city for newcomers, established residents, and vacationers alike.