Texas History & Lore
Legendary figures, moments, and stories that shaped the Lone Star State.
Weird History: The Goat Mayors of Lajitas
In this installment of Texas’ Weird History, we explore the story behind the goat that became the mayor of the West Texas border town of Lajitas.
From the basketball court to the state legislature, these women have left an indelible mark on Texas — and culture and society at large.
The Most Notorious Texas Outlaws
Texas lore is filled with outlaws and bandits who capitalized on the lawless frontier to lead lives of crime and villainy. But who are the most notorious outlaws in Texas history? Here are our picks.
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Longhorns and mustangs make sense. But what about horned frogs?
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In Texas, disputes are settled in the end zone.
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Today, a small community centered around a historic painted church preserves one of Texas’ most unique cultural heritages.
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How an armadillo is ousting a groundhog.
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Ever wonder how Texas became home to some of the most inventive town names in the country? Here are the stories behind a few of Texas’ famously quirky town names.
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“The Disney of convenience stores” embodies Texas culture.
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In the 19th century, when the U.S. Army encountered the challenge of transporting goods across the vast expanse of West Texas, they turned to an unusual ally: camels
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How have Texans helped propel the environmental movement? This Earth Day, we look at a new history that unveils some unlikely eco-heroes from the Lone Star State.
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The Katy Railroad helped Dallas grow into a major metropolis. Now, it’s one of the city’s most popular greenspaces.
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The eccentric, Houston-born billionaire Howard Hughes lived his final days as a recluse and shut-in. But before that, he was a debonair aviation daredevil, a successful entrepreneur and movie mogul, and a seducer of Hollywood stars. This is his story.
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The bison of Caprock Canyon play an instrumental role in the conservation of this iconic American species. Today, you can visit the herd where it roams through a majestic stretch of untouched native habitat.
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She built Dallas’ infrastructure.
