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ArtsView Children’s Theatre
ArtsView Children’s Theatre, established in 2004, is committed to a progressive theatre arts education and outreach program for area children. It provides children’s programs as a way to educate tomorrow’s audiences about the joys of performing and visual arts. It also nurtures the development of the performing arts in our community through education, while it creates, produces, and performs works that engage the entire family. Open auditions, productions, summer camps, workshops, after school classes, and seminars are offered throughout the year.
East Texas Symphonic Band
The East Texas Symphonic Band (ETSB), founded in 1988, is a volunteer wind symphony made up of area musicians under the direction of conductor and founder Dr. James Snowden. Its music spans the entire gamut of symphonic wind literature with a high emphasis on outstanding local musicians as soloists, both vocal and instrumental. The season typically consists of four formal concerts at LeTourneau University’s Belcher Center and an informal summer outdoor “Concert in the Park” at Teague Park Amphitheater.
Longview offers a
variety of unique
events and activities!
In Longview, exciting events and destinations are an opportunity to experience family fun in the heart of the Piney Woods. From museums like the Gregg County Historical Museum and Longview Museum of Fine Arts to outdoor destinations like the Longview Arboretum and Nature Center to signature events such as Downtown Live, ArtWalk, and the Historic Longview Farmers Market, Longview is filled with unique opportunities to make special memories with family and friends. Explore all the amazing events that take place annually and discover activities that make the community uniquely Longview.
Gregg County Historical Museum
The East Texas Symphonic Band (ETSB), founded in 1988, is a volunteer wind symphony made up of area musicians under the direction of conductor and founder Dr. James Snowden. Its music spans the entire gamut of symphonic wind literature with a high emphasis on outstanding local musicians as soloists, both vocal and instrumental. The season typically consists of four formal concerts at LeTourneau University’s Belcher Center and an informal summer outdoor “Concert in the Park” at Teague Park Amphitheater.
LeTourneau University’s
S.E. Belcher Jr. Chapel
and Performance Center
Big names, big performances, and big fun are always in store at the Belcher Center, the premier performance venue in East Texas. Each season, the center attracts Broadway shows, concerts, comedians, and world-class performers for audiences of all ages. The beautiful venue is also the home of Longview’s symphony and symphonic band. View performance dates and ticket options at the website.
Longview Arboretum
and Nature Center
Nestled among trees, the Longview Arboretum and Nature Center is an outdoor sanctuary that invites guests to relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect with nature in the heart of the city. The Arboretum hosts community events, science camps, a live music concert series each spring and fall, and so much more. Open year-round, come wander the piney paths and experience how the gardens attract birds, butterflies, wildlife, and indigenous flora and fauna. Visit the website for garden hours, admission, membership information, rental details, and a full calendar of events.
Longview Museum of Fine Arts
Founded by the Junior League of Longview in 1958, the Longview Museum of Fine Arts houses nearly 1,200 works, including paintings, sculptures, photographs, and more, with a focus on early Texas regionalist art from the 1930s–1970s. Operating from two downtown locations – Tyler and Fredonia streets, the latter set to become its permanent home. LMFA engages the community with events like the Christmas Tea Room, Magic and Martinis gala, a concert series, ArtWalk, and yoga classes. It also offers educational programs, including art camps, clay clubs, and tours, serving as a vibrant hub for art lovers of all ages.
Longview Parks and Recreation
More than 30 parks and trails provide green space, playgrounds, and athletic opportunities across the city. The department also hosts recreation programs, athletic leagues, and special events throughout the year. Read more
Longview Public Library
The library is so much more than books. You’ll find weekly activities for all ages, book clubs, craft days, game nights, plus community events. Don’t miss the Chautauqua Festival in April, Summer Reading Club for children and adults will be in June and July, and the hugely popular Haunted Library in October.
Longview Symphony
The fully professional Longview Symphony Orchestra has provided beautiful orchestral music to Longview patrons for over 50 years. Under the direction of Gregory Grabowski, LSO offers seasonal concerts that delight audiences with classical and popular music. The season starts with a classical concert in the fall, Home for the Holidays Christmas Concert, Candlelight Chamber Concert in February and finishes each season strong with their huge family concert in April. As part of LSO’s outreach to the community, they offer free Bach’s Lunch Concerts in the fall and spring. These lunchtime concerts are at various downtown Longview churches. In preparation for the final concert of each season, LSO offers a free event for all ages at the Longview Arboretum. Longview Symphony is a symphony for everyone!
LongviewWOW
Longview World of Wonders is a hands-on children’s discovery center located in the heart of Downtown Longview’s Cultural Arts District. Offering permanent exhibits, field trips, classes, and events, LongviewWOW engages children and families in interactive learning experiences. At Longview World of Wonders, we believe in inspiring a lifelong love of learning by giving children the opportunity to imagine, create, and explore in a hands-on educational environment. LongviewWOW’s goal is to continue expanding our programming, providing the children of East Texas with educational experiences that spark curiosity and creativity.
R.G. LeTourneau Museum
One of the most prolific inventors of oil and earth-moving equipment, the museum contains personal memorabilia of R.G. LeTourneau (1888-1969). Scale models of many of his inventions, as well as the first offshore oil drilling platforms, are on display. The museum on the LeTourneau University campus, inside Heath Hardwick Hall, is free and open to the public.
Theatre Longview
Staging everything from comedy to drama, musicals to improv, Theatre Longview produces entertaining, challenging, and inspiring theatrical productions throughout the year. Theatre Longview’s goal is to provide a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere for theatre artists of all levels and backgrounds to use their talents, express themselves, and develop their expertise in theatre arts. Their contribution of entertaining, challenging, and inspiring theatrical productions adds to the vital tapestry of the arts community in the Greater East Texas Area.
