“Listen to stories, cowboy poetry and folklore in a beautiful setting.”

Join park interpreter, David Owens, down in the beautiful setting of Penitentiary Hollow for storytelling.

Learn the importance of storytelling to different Texas cultures. 

Hear local folklore, ghost stories, Native American stories, cowboy poetry, and some just plain fun stories.

Bring a blanket or lawn chair that is easily carried.

Held at Penitentiary Hollow in Lake Mineral Wells State Park.