Texas History & Lore
Legendary figures, moments, and stories that shaped the Lone Star State.
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.
From the basketball court to the state legislature, these women have left an indelible mark on Texas — and culture and society at large.
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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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.
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Some of the most iconic cartoon characters were dreamed up by Texans.
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Lady Bird Johnson reinvented what it meant to be a first lady and left a lasting legacy on the nation and on her native state of Texas.
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Hundreds of millions of years ago, much of Texas was covered in an ancient sea, and the earth that remained was ruled by dinosaurs.
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How many of these famous actors did you know hailed from the Lone Star State?
