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.
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.
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Once an important stopping point along East Texas shipping routes, Uncertain is now an outdoors person’s paradise.
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(Don’t) let them eat cake.
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Over the years, six flags have been raised and flown over Texas. Here is the story behind each one.
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Texas’ many lakes were created to help solve two of the state’s most pressing problems: water and flooding.
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Here are some of the legends of lost Texas treasure.
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’Tis the season for pickin’ pecans.
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Texas wouldn’t be Texas without the Germans. Here’s how one country’s immigrants shaped the state’s history.
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How a single crop helped build a sense of community in Aurora.
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When you think of Texas beaches, you may not think of surfing. But the state has a rich and loyal history dedicated to the sport.
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There was once a time you could ride the rails from Sherman to Marfa.
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A group of French, Belgian, and Swiss settlers attempted to create a utopian society in present-day Oak Cliff in the 1800s. Here’s what happened.
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From cotton to cattle, the story of Texas has always been a story about the land.
