History & Culture

Although McKinney has enjoyed rapid growth, the city holds onto its roots through the Historic District with restored homes from the city's founding days. The downtown square offers more than 100 unique shops, boutique art galleries and restaurants.


The McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC)

Housed in the historic Collin County Courthouse in the middle of the square, is a performance venue that also offers meeting space, an artist gallery and reception hall.


McKinney's Pecan Grove Memorial Park

One of the oldest cemeteries in North Texas and is the final resting place for many Texas pioneers. The Heard-Craig Center for the Arts, Chestnut Square Historic Village and the North Texas History Center also let visitors step back in time. To discover more about the history in McKinney, contact the McKinney Convention & Visitors Bureau at 888.649.8499 or e-mail info@visitmckinney.com.


Chestnut Square Historic Village

Heard-Craig House

McKinney Performing Arts Center (MPAC)

North Texas History Center

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