Texas is home to famous people, famous landmarks and famous experiences. The state brings in 7.25 million tourists a year to visit. The tourism industry
Here are some of our favorite movies about Texas – from classic Texas cowboy movies,and westerns to the modern day Texas heroes of Apollo 13.
These Texas cowboys represent the many men whose legendary spirit helped shape the American frontier. Though their heyday only spanned a short time in history,
Here are some great resources to help teach your kids about Texas including lesson plans, field trip ideas and more! Interesting Sites Texas Beyond History
The Texas Quarter was the 28th coin to be issued in the 50 State Quarter Series from the United States Mint. The design of the
The State Song of Texas was chosen May 23, 1929. “Texas, our Texas” was written by William J. Marsh and Gladys Yoakum Wright. Our state
On May 20, 2006 vandals knocked down the famous Bob Wills that stood in front of the Lone Star Music Store in Gruene, Texas. The
In Galveston Texas on June 19th, 1865, two years after Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, a Union General read the news of freedom to the
Cinco de Mayo is a day to celebrate the Mexican Army’s defeat of the French at Puebla, Mexico on the 5th of May, 1862. The
Port Mansfield, just north of Padre Island, has received a rare treat the past few years – a visit from a Florida Manatee! These gentle