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National Museum of Funeral History – Houston, Texas

Editor — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:17:44 +0000

National Museum of Funeral History – Houston, Texas Yes, it’s true, Any Day Above Ground Is a Good One” is the slogan of the National Museum of Funeral History. This place is truly facinating and well worth the visit. It isn’t someplace that is all gorry and scary, it actually tells a great story about how... [Continue Reading]

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Editor — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:56:54 +0000

Whitehead Memorial Museum – Del Rio, Texas The Whitehead Memorial Museum is more than 30 years old. Located in the old Perry Mercantile Building the Museum has 20 exhibits for you to see and sits on more than two acres of beautifully landscaped space. The exhibits are spread throughout several buildings, each one having a significant... [Continue Reading]

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Wildflower Capital of Texas – Cuero, Texas

Editor — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 04:41:31 +0000

Wildflower Capital of Texas – Cuero, Texas Situated in DeWitt County is the community of Cuero which is said to be the Wildflower Capital on Texas. In 1999 the Texas Legislature designated DeWitt County as the Wildflower Capital of Texas and set April as Wildflower Month in Texas. This area of Texas has things for you... [Continue Reading]

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Athey Nature Area and Historic Hiller House – Victoria, Texas

Editor — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 18:15:29 +0000

The historic Hiller house was built by German immigrants to Victoria in about 1857, making it one of the oldest standing farm homes in Texas. The home is the offices of Keep Victoria Beautiful and is available as a public meeting place and rental venue for corporate and private events. Inside the Hiller house is the Hiller Family Museum with furnishings and memorabilia from the late 1800's home. Come and visit! The Athey Nature Area is a 10 acre urban park, part of the City of Victoria Riverside Park System. On the southwest side of the Hiller house is the nature deck where stories of the Athey Nature area are displayed as well as activities for students grades K-12. Information on species in the Athey as well as trail maps are also available. Walking trails range from paved to primitive. Sun and mosquito protection recommended.

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Antique Alley Texas and 25 MILES of SALES Grandview, Texas

Editor — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:45:24 +0000

Antique Alley Texas and 25 MILES of SALES is Sept.17-19, 2010. Come join the FUN!

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Six Flags Seasonal Passes – San Antonio and Arlington, Texas

Travel Writer — Thu, 27 May 2010 07:14:36 +0000

Have more fun at Six Flags Amusement Parks with Season Passes! Check out our Top 10 Reasons To Get Season Passes! Have more fun with a Season Pass. Enjoy unlimited visits, free tickets for friends and over $300 in discounts on food and fun with a Six Flags Theme Park Season ... [Continue Reading]

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Goliad State Park & Historic Site – Goliad, Texas

Editor — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:06:22 +0000

Goliad State Park & Historic Site – Goliad, Texas Goliad State Park is a hub for visiting the Mission Espiritu Santo State Historic Site. Also is the Presidio La Bahian. The Presidio La Bahia was built in 1749 to protect the Mission and the frontier. Later it was where Colonel Fannin and his ill-fated men were... [Continue Reading]

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The Witte Museum – San Antonio

Editor — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 02:27:46 +0000

The Witte Museum – San Antonio If you are interested in learning bout South Texas’, culture, and natural science you will want to visit the museum when you are in the San Antonio area. There are permanent exhibits that include dinosaur skeletons, cave drawings, wildlife dioramas, and even some live animals. In the area there are a... [Continue Reading]

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Brownsville Heritage Complex—Home of the Stillman House Museum – Brownsville, Texas

Editor — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:14:15 +0000

Brownsville Heritage Complex—Home of the Stillman House Museum – Brownsville, Texas The city of Brownsville has history that goes back to the era of 1850 when Charles Stillman founded the community and built his house. Today it is part of the Brownsville Heritage Complex. It is the only historic house museum in the Rio Grande Valley... [Continue Reading]

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Dallas Arboretum – Dallas, Texas

Editor — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:46:30 +0000

Dallas Arboretum – Dallas, Texas Dallas Arboretum – Dallas, Texas The Arboretum consists of 66 acres of floral splendor where there is a peaceful counterbalance to the hectic life of the city. There are also two historical mansions on the grounds; the DeGolyer House and the Camp Estate, which were built in 1939 and feature 17th and... [Continue Reading]

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Dallas Aquarium – Dallas, Texas

Editor — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:55:06 +0000

Dallas Aquarium – Dallas, Texas The wonderful Dallas Aquarium at Fair Park first opened its doors in 1936 in a fabulous Art Deco building. There are thousands of aquatic animals, including marine and freshwater fish, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Your adventure in the world of the Dallas Aquarium will give you an opportunity to see the... [Continue Reading]

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Crow Collection of Asian Art – Dallas, Texas

Editor — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:41:44 +0000

Crow Collection of Asian Art – Dallas, Texas While on your Texas vacation you may want to take a break and stop in at the Crow Collection of Asian Art display. Here you will have the opportunity to see over 600 paintings, other art mediums such as metal and stone and there are large architectural pieces... [Continue Reading]

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Cotton Bowl (stadium) – Dallas, Texas

Editor — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:49:01 +0000

Cotton Bowl (stadium) – Dallas, Texas This facility was built in 1932 and is the home of the annual Cotton Bowl Classic college football bowl game. The game will be moving to Arlington, Texas, and the Dallas Cowboys New Stadium on New Year’s Day 2010. The Cotton Bowl now seats 92,100 people, nearly twice what it did... [Continue Reading]

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Bryan Cabin – Dallas, Texas

Editor — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:51:18 +0000

Bryan Cabin – Dallas, Texas This is the reconstruction of the first resident of the area, John Neely Byran. The cabin is located in the historic district of downtown Dallas. Standing alone in this site, surrounded by the busy city of Dallas, the cabin shows how the founder of the area lived in a one room... [Continue Reading]

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American Airlines Center – Dallas, Texas

Editor — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:07:26 +0000

American Airlines Center – Dallas, Texas This building of brick, limestone and granite accented with the signature arches are the welcoming sign of the city to its citizens. There are tour entrances to the building, one on each side of the building with the north and south ends of the building showcasing their dramatic outdoor balconies... [Continue Reading]

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Scenic Sea Rim State Park – Port Arthur, Texas

Travel Writer — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 13:08:47 +0000

Much to Do at the Scenic Sea Rim State Park. Located in Jefferson County, Texas just south of Port Arthur is the Sea Rim State Park. The Park features more than 4,000 acres of marshland as well as more than 5 miles of shoreline along the Gulf of Mexico. The beautiful area has many unique... [Continue Reading]

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Langtry House of Judge Roy Bean – Langtry, Texas

Travel Writer — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 13:50:40 +0000

Visiting the Langtry House of Judge Roy Bean. Those who visit Southwest Texas come for a variety of reasons. From hiking and exploring the great outdoors to finding great places to eat to learning about the true history of the Wild West, there is something for everyone. One of the most interesting places to visit... [Continue Reading]

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Caddoan Mounds State Historic Site – Alto, Texas

Travel Writer — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 23:43:21 +0000

Visit the Past at the Caddoan Mounds State Historic Site. Texas has a long and wonderfully diverse history. Those who travel to the area around the city of Alto will find a wonderful place to visit. The Caddoan Mounds State Historic Site is one of the best archaeological sites in the State of Texas. If... [Continue Reading]

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Wichita Falls Railroad Museum – Wichita Falls, Texas

Editor — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:50:38 +0000

Wichita Falls Railroad Museum – Wichita Falls, Texas Who doesn’t love to learn about trains and be able to see them in all their past and present glory? Here in Wichita Falls the museum is focused on the Missouri, Kansas, Texas Railway (M.K.T. or KATY). The Museum’s primary objective is to create the hands-on history... [Continue Reading]

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Museum of North Texas History – Wichita Falls, Texas

Editor — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:34:54 +0000

Museum of North Texas History – Wichita Falls, Texas North Texas is filled with history encompassing a wide array of different important aspects of life in the earlier years. The Museum on North Texas History covers some of them such as the Military Collection showcasing photographs, flags, maps, books, uniforms, weapons and other items that would... [Continue Reading]

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Lake Nasworthy and other Attractions – San Angelo, Texas

Editor — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:36:27 +0000

Lake Nasworthy and other Attractions – San Angelo, Texas San Angelo has history, recreation and attractions to keep you enjoying the time you spend in this community. There is Lake Nasworthy which is a 1,596 acre municipal lake where you can swim, boat or fish. There is also the downtown historic district where you can browse through... [Continue Reading]

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Fort Concho – San Angelo, Texas

Editor — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:20:02 +0000

Fort Concho – San Angelo, Texas The history of the past is kept alive at Fort Concho with its 23 original and restored buildings on 40 acres of land available for all to visit. The fort was originally established in 1867 as a pivot post on the frontier line replacing Fort Chadbourne. The majority of the buildings... [Continue Reading]

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E. H. Danner Museum of Telephony – San Angelo, Texas

Editor — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:57:22 +0000

E. H. Danner Museum of Telephony – San Angelo, Texas Unless you are interested in the history of the phone you probably have never heard of this museum or know about the history of the things we now carry in our pockets, everyplace we go. Here in San Angelo you have the opportunity to see how... [Continue Reading]

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Angelo State University Planetarium – San Angelo, Texas

Editor — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 23:43:13 +0000

Angelo State University Planetarium – San Angelo, Texas When you want to see a quality planetarium, one that will make most others seem like they are really little, then you want to visit the Angelo State University Planetarium. This is one of the largest and technically sophisticated planetarium theaters on any university campus. The Spitz 512... [Continue Reading]

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Buddy Holly Center – Lubbock, Texas

Travel Writer — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 13:08:27 +0000

Relive Rock and Roll History at the Buddy Holly Center in Lubbock. Those who are visiting Lubbock, Texas or are just passing through will want to stop by one of the most beloved attractions in the city, the Buddy Holly Center. Everything that you ever wanted to know about the life and times of one... [Continue Reading]

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American Wind Power Center and Museum – Lubbock, Texas

Travel Writer — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 23:03:02 +0000

Learn about Wind Power at the American Wind Power Center and Museum. Lubbock, Texas has a number of great things for people to do and see, from great museums to great places to grab a bite to eat. The town offers something for just about everyone in the family. One of the most popular and... [Continue Reading]

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Governor Hogg Shrine Historic Site – Quitman, Texas

Editor — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 03:33:32 +0000

Governor Hogg Shrine Historic Site – Quitman, Texas Northwest of Tyler in Quitman in Wood County sites this shrine on 26.7 acres of land. The park was opened in 1950 and now is managed by the City of Quitman. The park was named after James Stephen Hogg, the state’s first Texas born governor who was in... [Continue Reading]

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Heritage Village – Woodville, Texas

Editor — Sun, 07 Sep 2008 22:49:43 +0000

Heritage Village – Woodville, Texas Come and visit the living museum filled with everything from the 1800’s to early 1900’s. You can visit the old blacksmith shop or check out the railroad deport. If you have never been to a livery stable then you will want to make sure and take a few minutes to visit... [Continue Reading]

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Howard House Museum – Palestine, Texas

Editor — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 22:12:14 +0000

Howard House Museum and other sites in – Palestine, Texas Take a trip back in time and visit the Howard House Museum to see Greek Revival style construction built in the mid 1880’s by Judge Reuben Reeves who then sold it to the Howard family in 1850. The museum has exhibits from the time and period furnishings... [Continue Reading]

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Toothpick King Sculptures – Waxahachie, Texas

Editor — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 15:15:16 +0000

Toothpick King Sculptures – Waxahachie, Texas. Building things with toothpicks takes the patience that few people are able to put into play. In Waxahachie there is a man that has that type of patience and has created a number of mechanical sculptures using, you guessed it, toothpicks! There are thousands and thousands of toothpicks all... [Continue Reading]

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Davey Dogwood Park – Palestine, Texas

Editor — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 22:01:30 +0000

Davey Dogwood Park – Palestine, Texas If you have ever wanted to just find someplace that is both beautiful and smells good then you really want to visit Davey Dogwood Park. Here you will find over 200 acres of peace with the rolling hills, the forests that bring out that wonderful smell of the dogwood tree... [Continue Reading]

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Columbia Scientific Ballon Facility – Palestine, Texas

Editor — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 22:01:28 +0000

Columbia Scientific Balloon Facility – Palestine, Texas Located in Palestine this NASA facility is managed by the Physical Science Lab of New Mexico State University. The purpose of the balloon facility is to launch large (440 ft. diameter) unmanned, high altitude (120,000 ft), research balloons. These balloons have equipment suspended beneath them for which provide... [Continue Reading]

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Schlitterbahn – New Braunfels, Texas

Editor — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 15:35:00 +0000

Schlitterbahn – New Braunfels, Texas If you are looking for one of the best water-parks in the nation you want to check out this 65 acres Texas jewel. It is located along the banks of teh Comal River and has something for kids of all ages. Some of the rides include tube chutes, water slides, uphill... [Continue Reading]

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Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum – Austin, Texas

Editor — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 15:11:23 +0000

Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum – Austin, Texas Wander through the park setting and see more than 130 sculptures, drawings and paintings of Charles Umlauf, a prolific and internationally known sculptor who created varying styles from realistic and abstract expressionism to lyrical abstractions. Umlauf used a number of different mediums for his work ranging from exotic... [Continue Reading]

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SoCo (South Congress) – Austin, Texas

Editor — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 15:52:03 +0000

SoCo (South Congress) – Austin, Texas Coming to visit Austin nearly requires that you enjoy the experience of one of the "hippest" Austin hangouts: SoCo. Her you will find quirky shops, trendy dining spots, unique accommodations, art galleries and music venues. The First Thursday the area has merchants of the historic, pedestrian-friendly South Congress Ave. keeping their... [Continue Reading]

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Texas Military Forces Museum – Camp Mabry – Austin, Texas

Editor — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 14:47:19 +0000

Texas Military Forces Museum – Camp Mabry – Austin, Texas This museum was built to honor the men and women who served in the military forces of Texas. The history of all major Texas National Guard units is now preserved with exhibits and written histories for everyone to share. Beginning with the Texas War for Independence... [Continue Reading]

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O. Henry Museum – Austin, Texas

Editor — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 15:35:59 +0000

O. Henry Museum – Austin, Texas Almost everyone has heard of the author O. Henry, but did you know that his name was truly William Sidney Porter? He was knows as the master of the short story. He resided in the museum (which was his house) which is an 1886 Queen Anne-style cottage from the years... [Continue Reading]

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Neill-Cochran House Museum – Austin, Texas

Editor — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:52:31 +0000

Neill-Cochran House Museum – Austin, Texas Built in 1855 this house demonstrates the Greek Revival style with it’s Classic Doric columns. The house was built by Abner Cook for Washington Hill. Cook was the builder of the Texas Governor’s Mansion as well as other stately homes in the Austin area. With the cost of the residence... [Continue Reading]

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Mexic-Arte Museum – Austin, Texas

Editor — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 14:21:43 +0000

Mexic-Arte Museum – Austin, Texas This is the official Mexican and Mexican American Fine Art Museum of Texas which has changing exhibits to keep the museum fresh and you coming back time after time. The museum was founded in 1984 to showcase the traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino, and Latin American art and culture through education... [Continue Reading]

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Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum – Austin, Texas

Editor — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:44:58 +0000

Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum – Austin, Texas As with other Presidents Lyndon B. Johnson has his which is one of twelve presidential libraries administered by the National Archives and Records Administration. With all the historical documents the museum is a treasure of history for you to enjoy. The library contains papers from the time... [Continue Reading]

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Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – Austin, Texas

Editor — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 21:20:52 +0000

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center – Austin, Texas Right here in Austin is this 42-acre site with numerous research display gardens, landscaped areas and themed gardens that were established by Lady Bird Johnson and actress Helen Hays in 1982. The purpose is to introduce people to the beauty and diversity of wildflowers and other native plants. ... [Continue Reading]

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Governor’s Mansion – Austin, Texas

Editor — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:06:16 +0000

Governor’s Mansion – Austin, Texas The Governor’s Mansion was built in 1856 with dignified white columns welcoming all that come to it. The governor occupies a private second-floor apartment. The other rooms of the Mansion may be seen on public tours, reservations are required on day in advance. Beginning in October of 2007 the mansion was... [Continue Reading]

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George Washington Carver Museum – Austin, Texas

Editor — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 19:52:56 +0000

George Washington Carver Museum – Austin, Texas The original George Washington Carver library was built in 1926 with an new structure added in 1933. The library was named after the inventor and scientist who brought so much pride to African-Americans in 1947. In 1979, due to the increased demand on the old facility, a new facility... [Continue Reading]

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French Legation Museum – Austin, Texas

Editor — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:42:40 +0000

French Legation Museum – Austin, Texas In 1840-41 the French built this facility as the home for the charg’ a’ affrires who was the representative to the Republic of Texas. In 1848 the Legation became the home of Dr. and Mrs. Joseph Robertson and remained in the family until 1949 when the State of Texas acquired... [Continue Reading]

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Courthouse Square – Fort Stockton, Texas

Editor — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:30:58 +0000

Courthouse Square – Fort Stockton, Texas Taking time to visit Fort Stockton will give you an opportunity to see some of the classic old buildings that make this community stand out. There is the courthouse that was constructed in 1883, the first Catholic Church which was built in 1875, a schoolhouse that was built in 1883,... [Continue Reading]

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Elisabet Ney Museum – Austin, Texas

Editor — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:09:14 +0000

Elisabet Ney Museum – Austin, Texas If you are a fan of great sculpture then you will want to visit this museum which is the former studio and portrait collection created by nineteenth-century sculptor Elisabet Ney. The museum is touted to be one of the oldest museums in Texas. The studio was built in 1892 in Hyde... [Continue Reading]

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University of Texas – Austin, Texas

Editor — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:24:05 +0000

University of Texas – Austin, Texas Sitting on 367 acres the 120 buildings that make up the University of Texas is a gem in the city of Austin. It is one of the largest public universities in the United States, founded in 1883. Currently there are approximately 21,000 faculty and staff, 16 colleges and schools and... [Continue Reading]

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Congress Avenue Bridge – Austin, Texas

Editor — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 16:41:57 +0000

Congress Avenue Bridge – Austin, Texas Want to learn about Mexican free-tailed bats? If you do then you will want to visit the bridge from March to October to see the largest urban colonies of them in the area with a bat population of 1.5 million. Why do we care about Bats? Most bats are valuable... [Continue Reading]

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Annie Riggs Hotel Museum – Fort Stockton, Texas

Editor — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:53:29 +0000

Annie Riggs Hotel Museum – Fort Stockton, Texas Fort Stockton, Pecos County, Texas offers an opportunity to step back in time in this 1900 Adobe Hotel, now the Annie Riggs Memorial Museum, appointed with a wide variety of items from the era. There are pictures of sheriffs watching you as you sign the guest book, a... [Continue Reading]

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Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum (The Story of Texas) – Austin, Texas

Editor — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:26:04 +0000

Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum (The Story of Texas) – Austin, Texas Now that you are in Texas you probably want to learn about the history of the state. You can do that at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. You can follow the development of the state from the time before... [Continue Reading]

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