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 Undated photograph of the San Antonio "Chili Queens" set up for one of their famed late night stands. UTSA Special Collections.
Hispanic Heritage Month is underway (September 15-October 15), so our heritage travel experts have assembled a list of 10 under-the-radar heritage sites that span at least three centuries' worth of Hispanic history in Texas.
These distinctive sites range from a newly designated national landmark near El Paso that honors the complicated legacy of the U.S./Mexico Bracero Program to a vast sea of salt hiding in South Texas that was once harvested by Native Texans and Spanish explorers. The sites we've picked promise a truly unique exploration of Hispanic history in Texas.
 Photo Credit: Visit Dallas
Few events capture the heart and soul of Texans quite like the State Fair of Texas. For over a century, people have flocked to Fair Park in Dallas to experience the magic of this one-of-a-kind celebration. With its rich history, deep cultural significance, and festive pageantry, the Fair is more than just a collection of midway rides, corn dogs, and concerts—it’s a cherished annual tradition and a piece of Texas heritage.
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Upcoming Events
- Oct 12: , Kilgore
- An authentic German-meets-Texas experience with delicious food, music, and festive lederhosen.
- Oct 12: , Bryan
- The 19th annual Texas Heritage Festival includes pioneer activities, chuck wagon lunches, and plenty of history!
- Oct 12: , Austin
- Celebrate Texas Archeology Month at French Legation State Historic Site with atlatl throwing, pinch-pot kits, and more!
- Oct 12: , Granbury
- Learn all about the monarchs and their migration to Mexico.
- Oct 13: , El Paso
- Step back in time and explore the copper prospecting mine by lantern light.
- Oct 19: , La Porte
- Explore civilian life on the Texas frontier and experience the joy of these historic festivities!
- Oct 25-27: , Port Aransas
- Enjoy three days of handcrafted kayaks, sailing boats, and historic Farley boats.
- Oct 25-26: , Grapevine
- It's the 50th anniversary of the Southwest Bluegrass Club (not grape jam).
- Oct 25: , San Angelo
- Feel the essence of Día de los Muertos with the San Angelo Hispanic Heritage Museum.
- Oct 26: , Borger
- Experience the whimsical and often larger-than-life stories that define the region.
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