history

A rare video capturing Longview in the late 1930s and early 1940s is giving East Texans a powerful glimpse into the past—including everyday life and a tragic moment in local history.

We found 10 of the oldest cemeteries in East Texas—and each one tells a story that still lingers today.

Tyler’s beloved red-brick streets are being carefully rebuilt during downtown construction. Residents are celebrating the return of this historic East Texas landmark.

Tyler’s historic red brick streets have been part of the city’s charm since 1912. Here’s how they were built, why they’ve lasted so long, and how preservation efforts are protecting them today.

Between the Panhandle and the Rio Grande, Texas is dotted with over 16,000 historical markers, each one sparking curiosity about our shared history.

Imagine a time when the night sky was lit by towering lights—Austin's moontowers have been quietly watching over the city since the 1800s.

Explore Texas' vibrant annual events that capture the state's rich culture and attract millions each year.

Guns in schools? Drinking and driving? Leaving cars and homes unlocked? Smoking areas for high school students? Yep, all once totally normal in El Paso and Texas in general once upon a time.

You can find various online sources. However, Wikipedia claims that in addition to the regular "business" of housing POWs during the Civil War, there were horrible things that took place here during that time.

The "Eighth Wonder Of The World" Has Been Sitting Dormant For Over 15 Years In Texas But Could It See New Life Soon?

Learn A Piece Of Texas History About A Global Fast Food Chain.

Step back in Time at these 10 places and learn some Texas history