Texas History & Lore
Legendary figures, moments, and stories that shaped the Lone Star State.
Why H-E-B Is the Best Grocery Store in Texas
Texas-shaped, Texas-sized, Texas-loved.
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.
The Lone Star State has built a thriving wave-riding culture all its own — one shaped by history and heart.
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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.
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The battleship USS Texas was a technological marvel when it first launched in 1912. More than 100 years later, it’s being restored.
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The most impactful and cultural monuments in Texas.
