Texas History & Lore
Legendary figures, moments, and stories that shaped the Lone Star State.
From the basketball court to the state legislature, these women have left an indelible mark on Texas — and culture and society at large.
7 Museums to Learn About Texas History
You can learn about Texas history from a textbook, but there’s nothing like exploring a well-curated museum.
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.
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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.
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Many flocked to the state to try their luck at finding riches, unfortunately, few succeeded.
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Businessman. Civic booster. Dallas adversary.
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Inspiring stories about everyday people.
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Ranging from simply bizarre to outright supernatural.
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He turned a $50 loan into a $2 billion fortune.
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Ever heard someone say, “only in Texas”? This could be why.
