All posts tagged "history"
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5 Fun Facts About the Historic Austin Capitol Building
The state Capitol building in downtown Austin is the hub of Texas politics and a tribute to the...
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3 Texas Towns Whose Unique Names Have Biblical Roots
From the birthplace of Jesus to the name of an Old Testament spy, these three Texas town names...
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Honoring Our Heroes: A Brief History of Veterans Day
Since 1919, the United States has set aside November 11 as a day to honor veterans of our...
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3 Scary Haunts to Visit Around Texas If You Dare for Halloween
The witching hour is almost on hand and what better way to enjoy the Halloween season than by...
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It’s Your Last Chance to See the Texas Hat Museum
After 71 years in business, Ben’s Western Wear and the Texas Hat Museum in Cotulla will be closing...
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3 Things You Might Not Know About Austin’s Famous Driskill Hotel
Since first opening its doors in 1886, The Driskill Hotel in downtown Austin has been the quintessential picture...
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The Archives War of 1842: A Forgotten Tale of Texas History
Though mainly forgotten today, the Archives War of 1842 marked a time in Texas history when ordinary people...
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New Virtual Reality Alamo App Will Bring Texas Hill Country History to Life
Scheduled for release in March of 2018, this new app will be downloadable for use on tablets or...
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Houston’s History Bus Telling the Stories of the Past
Just in time to celebrate Houston, Texas' 181st birthday comes the Houston History Bus telling the stories of...
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A Texas Hidden Gem: Guadalupe Mountains National Park
A true Texas treasure among parks is the Guadalupe Mountains National Park.
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Texas’ Largest History Museum: The Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum
Texas' largest history museum is often dubbed the "Smithsonian of Texas."
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3 African Americans Who Have Left a Lasting Legacy in Texas
On July 28, 1868, Congress adopted the 14th amendment. To honor this landmark event, here are three African...
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Fischer Historic District Added to National Register of Historic Places
The National Register of Historic Places adds Fisher Historic District.
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Texas Governors [QUIZ]
Can you identify these important Texas governors?
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Fact or Fake: Strange Texas Towns [QUIZ]
Texas is big folks, we all know this, but hidden within the massive boundaries of our great state...
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5 Definitive Reasons Why Texans Absolutely Love Texas
Texas' rich history, landmarks, landscapes, starry nights, and wide open spaces are just a few reasons that Lone...
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Llano County: Steeped in a History That’s Not Forgotten
Llano County history includes some colorful characters and exciting events. Find out some fascinating history facts of this...
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Touring the Painted Churches of Texas: Architecture, Art, and a Sampling of History
Among the many things to tour and see in Texas, these painted churches were designed in a way...
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Mother’s Day History [QUIZ]
Mother's Day is just a few days away. How much do you know about the very day that...
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Retreat Through Time With This Hill Country Award-Winning Author
Johnnie Bernhard's stirring historical fiction novel will transport you through time across two countries and two states, Texas and...
