Did You Know…Popeye the Sailor was a Texan?
Cartoonist Elzie Crisler Segar may have been born in Illinois, but Popeye the Sailor,...
Remembering Texas’ Role in NASA
History is not just about long-ago events. History is being made every day. I...
Waterloo Chosen as Capital of Texas
Did you know that Austin was not always the capital of Texas? Several cities can...
How Cold Was It?
Many Texans experienced snowfall and freezing temperatures during December and have weathered another round...
Texas Christmas Traditions – Poinsettias
The poinsettia plant is native to southern Mexico where the equatorial light provides the...
Texas Christmas Traditions – Foods for Christmas Eve
Many Texas families enjoy special foods on Christmas Eve–foods that reflect their heritage or...
Texas Christmas Traditions – International Treats
Texas celebrates a unique blend of cultures which often show up in Christmas baking....
The Bexar Remonstrance
On December 19, 1832, the residents of San Antonio became the first to hint...
Texas Christmas Traditions – Las Posadas
Las Posadas is Spanish for “the lodgings” or “the accommodations.” At Christmas time, Las Posadas...
Texas Christmas Tradition – Luminarias
Christmas has always been a celebration of Light that vanquishes Darkness. Now we decorate our...