Happy Birthday, Samuel Lucchese!
Samuel James Lucchese–bootmaker, son of a bootmaker, grandson of a bootmaker–was born November 9,...
Cowboy Hats – Made in Texas
As I was preparing for my trip to Fort Worth, one of many errands...
Cowboy Life Alive and Well in Fort Worth!
Yup, cowboys are still very much a part of Texas! The trail drives only...
Gonzales, Texas – Birthplace of Revolution
When we think of the Texas Revolution, we usually focus on the period between...
The Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900
June 1 through November 30 is considered Hurricane Season with 80% percent of hurricanes...
Happy Birthday, Buddy Holly…You Are Missed!
Charles Hardin Holley was born in Lubbock, Texas on September 7, 1936–the fourth child...
Texas’ First Offshore Drilling at Goose Creek
I have to say that I am especially fascinated with the history of Texas...
The Meadows Center at Aquarena Springs
I can’t think of any place better to help students understand the fascinating Edwards...
Bob Bullock Museum
Austin is Texas’ capitol city, and it’s pretty much close to everywhere! A great...
Bats in Flight Every Night
Not every field trip in Austin is related to state history and government. The...