Road Trip the Texas Panhandle
The open road doesn’t get much more open than on a road trip through the Texas Panhandle. But it’s more than just the picturesque plains that beckon. Its natural wonders, roadside oddities, classic…
Continue ReadingThe open road doesn’t get much more open than on a road trip through the Texas Panhandle. But it’s more than just the picturesque plains that beckon. Its natural wonders, roadside oddities, classic…
Continue ReadingThe warm Gulf waters can make even the heaviest of lead feet settle softly into the golden sand along the Texas coast. But the inviting waves aren’t the only welcome that awaits you on a Texas coastal…
Continue ReadingGerman immigrants initially sought sanctuary in Texas from political and religious persecution. Many settled in the Hill Country, where the climate paralleled their native country. German Texans…
Continue ReadingSettled by Native Americans, conquered by Spaniards, then included as part of Mexico, this region is rich with history and culture. This part of North Texas was also home to several legendary Texans…
Continue ReadingFormerly part of Mexico and Spain, Texas has deep Hispanic roots. Much of the food, entertainment, and celebrations Texans enjoy are part of its Hispanic heritage. Hispanics were among the original…
Continue ReadingAmarillo’s heritage contains a surprisingly eclectic mix of cultural influences, from Native American leaders to legendary ranchers to the Americana of Route 66. The city’s population surged in the…
Continue ReadingKnown as the “Oldest Town in Texas,” Nacogdoches takes immense pride in its history. In fact, the entire downtown is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Nacogdoches honors its heritage…
Continue ReadingThe Hill Country is the birthplace of former President Lyndon Baines Johnson and the home of descendants of thousands of German immigrants who escaped political and religious persecution. These…
Continue ReadingThe Texas coast stretches 350 miles from South Padre Island to the Louisiana border, extending through a diverse array of towns, each with their own rich history. The southern portion of the…
Continue ReadingAs one of the last states to inform enslaved people of their freedom, Texas shares an interesting relationship with its Black residents. Many locations across Dallas share and preserve the community’s…
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