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The 15 Things that Make Texas FamousTexas is home to famous people, famous landmarks, famous experiences, and famous pride. If we had to narrow it down to just a few things that make Texas famous, we’d say the size, pride, food, history, and of…
History · People
The 5 Most Famous Texas CowboysThese famous Texas cowboys represent the many men whose legendary spirit helped shape the American frontier. While their heyday only spanned a short time in history, these cowboys have been celebrated in art,…
History
Texas History for KidsHere are some great resources to help teach your kids about Texas including lesson plans, field trip ideas and more!
Facts
Texas State QuarterThe Texas Quarter was the 28th coin to be issued in the 50 State Quarter Series from the United States Mint. The design of the quarter is meant to honor the qualities that make Texas great.
Culture · History
The 15 Famous Texas Quotes You’ll Remember ForeverTexas is known worldwide for its folksy, friendly, down-home country language. We believe that these 15 famous quotes will go down in history as the most iconic Texas quotes.
History
HemisFair 1968 in San Antonio TexasWith great fanfare, Lady Bird Johnson along with Governor John Connally and other dignitaries opened the HemisFair in San Antonio Texas On April 6th, 1968. Later on July 4th, President Lyndon Baines Johnson…
History
The History of Dublin Dr. PepperDr. Pepper, one of the first major soft drinks, was invented in Waco, Texas by Charles Alderton in 1885. While working at Morrison’s Old Corner Drug Store, he experimented with making new drinks for the soda…
History
The History of Saint’s RoostIn 1878, the Reverend Lewis Henry Carhart had an idea to establish a town where Christian values would be promoted. Activities such as drinking and gambling were looked down upon and there were no saloons…
Travel
Historic Baker Hotel in Mineral WellsIf you ever get a chance to visit Mineral Wells Texas, the one thing you will be sure to see is the Baker Hotel. It is certainly the first thing I look for on my trips there. The Baker hotel stands proud, a…
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What are the Six Flags Over Texas?One thing that makes Texas special is that six governments have presided or “flown their flag” over Texas. One question we receive here at TexasProud quite often is “What are the six flags that were flown over Texas?”