Welcome From the Mayor

Located deep in the heart of Texas, Belton is a unique city with friendly people and a rich history. Founded in 1850 on the banks of Nolan Creek, Belton serves as the county seat of Bell County, one of the fastest growing areas in Texas. Belton is located on the famous Chisholm Trail, it was home to Texas’ first female governor and has been visited by the famous Sam Houston and infamous Sam Bass.

We celebrate the 4th of July in a big way! The celebration kicks off with the stirring God & Country Concert. Three exciting days of PRCA rodeo follow, held in the air-conditioned comfort of the Bell County Expo Center, and on the 4th of July, we have a Texas-sized parade! Texas Highways magazine says Belton is one of the top-ten places in Texas to be on the 4th of July. I think it’s the best!

In our downtown area, you will find the Bell County Courthouse, which was recently restored, along with the surrounding Courthouse Square. You will also find the Bell County Museum, housed in the historic Carnegie Library building, Cochran, Blair & Potts (the oldest department store in Texas), as well as numerous antique stores and other retail establishments.

Belton takes pride in its public school system and also in being home of the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, chartered by the Republic of Texas in 1845. We have many churches which continue to grow, and an increasing number and variety of quality homes where a family can put down real Texas roots.

Lake Belton and Lake Stillhouse Hollow offer opportunities for water sports, camping, or just relaxing on the beach. On Lake Belton, you will find the Miller Springs Nature Center, where you can enjoy walking trails and experience nature with a wide variety of flowers, birds and wildlife. Chalk Ridge Falls Park, located on Lake Stillhouse Hollow, also offers walking trails and a lovely 20-foot waterfall.

While this is just a small part of what Belton has to offer, we take great pride in our city and our citizens, and invite you to visit Belton soon. Ya’ll come visit us on the Chisholm Trail!

Dwayne Digby, Mayor