Search results for "Texas Independence"
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Honky Tonk Foodie | April 20, 2020
African-American Hendrick Arnold Fought for Texas Independence
Even for those who are knowledgeable about the Texas Revolution, Hendrick Arnold (Hendrich) is often an unfamiliar name....
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Spring Sault | February 27, 2018
Lone Star Issues ‘Come And Take It’ Cans to Celebrate Texas Independence Day
Texas Independence Day will be celebrated on March 2, and to honor the occasion, Lone Star Brewing Co....
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Spring Sault | March 8, 2017
Celebrate the State of Texas Independence at Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site During the Month of March
At 181 years old, the State of Texas is celebrated with class and history at Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic...
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Spring Sault | February 17, 2017
‘Come And Take It’: Gonzales, Birthplace of Texas Independence
Gonzales, Texas has a beautifully quaint and charming present-day look and feel, and a storied past that will...
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Spring Sault | February 14, 2017
Secrets to San Jacinto: The Monument Commemorating Texas Independence
High atop the San Jacinto Monument, looking out from its observation deck, you can see for miles. And...
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Shannon Salas | March 2, 2016
Texas Independence Day: 180th Anniversary
Happy Texas Independence Day, y’all! It was on this day 180 years ago, 59 delegates gathered at a...
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Texas Hill Country | August 20, 2022
The European Roots of Castroville, the “Little Alsace” of Texas
The architecture is a dead giveaway; it takes barely a momentary glance to realize that there is something...
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Jo Ann Holt | January 19, 2022
Texans Love New Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail Edition
The 2021 Jeep Gladiator Texas Trail is putting a sparkle in the eyes of truck-loving Texans. Because the...
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Jo Ann Holt | June 29, 2021
Historic Granbury Square Attracts Tourists From All Across Texas
On a recent day trip to Granbury, we had such a great time that we're eager to go...
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Paul Ehrlich | November 2, 2020
Sipping Through Texas History with Maverick Whiskey
Maverick Whiskey may be new to San Antonio, but the distillery, microbrewery, and bar has Texas roots that...
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Jo Ann Holt | July 22, 2020
Fulton Mansion: An Enduring Legacy of Texas Beauty and History
My husband and I spent several hours visiting historic Fulton Mansion on a recent trip to Rockport-Fulton. We...
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Max McNabb | July 2, 2020
Texas Governor Makes Face Masks Compulsory in Public
Texas Governor Abbott has issued a statewide mask order. Beginning the day before Independence Day at noon, the...
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Honky Tonk Foodie | June 10, 2020
Know Your Texas Revolution Fighters: The Tejano Volunteer Company
There's a town in Texas named for him, but you might not be fully aware of his story...
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Spring Sault | April 22, 2020
Kids Can Tour the Texas State Capitol Building Virtually
In keeping with the growing opportunities for online viewings and virtual tours, the Texas SenateKids website offers extensive...
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Spring Sault | March 4, 2020
Remembering and Reimagining the Alamo: Texas History Preserved
The famed Texas landmark known as the Alamo is undergoing a reimagining process which will expand its footprint...
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Jo Ann Holt | February 26, 2020
Remember the Alamo and Texas Heroes: Celebrate the 184th Anniversary
It’s time to pause from our busy schedules once more, to remember the Alamo and those brave men...
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Spring Sault | November 20, 2019
How Enchanted Rock Almost Became a Texas Version of Mount Rushmore
Texas is known for having or being the biggest and best of most things… most things. But did...
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Jo Ann Holt | October 25, 2019
Texas Car-Designer Carroll Shelby Back in Headlines with ‘Ford v Ferrari’
One of the greatest rivalries in auto racing history, Ford v Ferrari, is making bold-faced headlines again. Texas...
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Spring Sault | June 25, 2019
Where Does Texas Rank Among the Most Independent States?
The personal finance website WalletHub recently released its study entitled “2019’s Most Independent States.” With Americans preparing to...
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Jo Ann Holt | June 7, 2019
Celebrate Independence Day with Family Fun at Dallas Arboretum
Celebrate Independence Day at Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden with live music concerts. Food specials include $2 hot...