Old Rip in Eastland
Legend says the horned lizard spent 31 years sealed in a time capsule before he was discovered alive.

šŸ“œ Historic courthouse exhibit featuring a legendary horned lizard, an instant celebrity after being found alive in a time capsule.
šŸ” Housed in the Eastland courthouse, Old Rip was sealed in a time capsule for 31 years, a local legend with a curious history.

Why Go

šŸ¦Ž See the famous Old Rip in his open coffin
šŸ›ļø Visit a historic Texas courthouse
šŸ“– Discover a unique local legend

Hours

šŸ•’ Weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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