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Thank you for subscribing to the Texas Heritage Traveler newsletter, a monthly showcase of heritage destinations, events, and unique Lone Star history for the traveling history-lover. Please support the Texas Heritage Trails Program by forwarding this email to family or friends who love to travel or
 The San Antonio Turnverein girls' team in pyramid formation, 1915.
Credit: UTSA Libraries Special Collections
In October of 1845, Pastor Adolf Fuchs immigrated with his wife and seven children to Texas. He was a Lutheran minister and musician serving in Kölzow, Mecklenburg. Before his departure, he spent a day with his friend, German poet and scholar Hoffmann von Fallersleben, reminiscing about their homeland and the new home Fuchs would make in Texas. Moved by the weight of parting and the promise of a distant land, Fallersleben penned a farewell poem, "Der Stern von Texas," as a blessing for his friend’s journey.
 The Menger Hotel in San Antonio
Jonathan Cutrer
Across Texas, historic hotels and inns preserve more than fine architecture and storied pasts, they also carry tales of the uncanny. These places offer visitors a chance to experience history in a way that feels alive, layered with legends passed down through generations.
Whether you believe in ghosts or not, their stories connect travelers to the people and moments that shaped Texas. Checking in means stepping into a world where history lingers. And sometimes, it refuses to rest.
 Members of a Chicago, Rock Island, and Gulf railroad survey crew pose with survey tools, 1902.
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Nominate a Historic Business
Greer's Western Store: Founded in 1935 in Ranger as Greer’s Boot Shop by brothers Holcomb, Chip, and Ben Greer, the business specialized in making and repairing boots and shoes. Greer’s Western Store continues to serve the ranching communities of Eastland and Mineral Wells with a full range of western wear. More than 700 Texas businesses have been honored for their historic significance with a Texas Treasure Business Award. Nominate your longtime favorite today!
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Upcoming Regional Events
Exploring Texas regionally is a great way to plan your travel across the state or organize day trips if you are staying in one community for several days.Click here to see all regions Explore Regions | Texas Time Travel
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Lakes Trail Region
October 2-19: State Fair of Texas, Dallas
Celebrate a Texas tradition at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas, where Big Tex welcomes visitors to a world of live music, midway thrills, livestock shows, and creative fried food favorites. From family-friendly fun to can’t-miss performances, it’s a Texas-sized experience you won’t forget.
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Pecos Trail Region
October 7: National Night Out, Midland
To celebrate National Night Out we will be showing Viva Zapata! in the backyard at the Bush Family Home State Historic Site. All guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. This event is open to all ages!
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Hill Country Trail Region
October 9-12: 39th Annual Gruene Music & Wine Festival, New Braunfels
Join us for this popular event in The Grapevine Garden! Enjoy live music alongside six Texas wineries and six Texas breweries. Admission is free to the public and tasting tickets will be available for purchase along with the featured wines and beers. All proceeds benefit United Way of Comal County.
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Mountain Trail Region
October 17: Ghosts in the Magoffin Home, El Paso
This theatrical event at Magoffin Home State Historic Site imagines the evening of October 28, 1896; the evening before Josephine Magoffin's wedding to Lt. William Jefferson Glasgow. Several rooms in the home will play host to parts of the story told by the family itself. Smells, ambient sounds, food, and drinks will be shared with those in attendance.
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Brazos Trail Region
October 18: Boonville Days: Texas Heritage Festival, Bryan
Learn about Brazos County’s pioneer history: visit with characters in period costume, enjoy cowboys, reenactors, musicians, dancers, artisans, and much more. Visitors will also have the opportunity to observe demonstrations of frontier skills and trades including flint-knapping, spinning, weaving, quilting, and blacksmithing.
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Plains Trail Region
October 18: 81st Annual Boys Ranch Rodeo & Fall Fest, Boys Ranch
This day is packed full of excitement for the whole family from delicious food and fun games at the fall fest, to rodeo action in the afternoon, including special trick riders to close out the show.
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Independence Trail Region
October 25: San Jacinto Fall Fandango, La Porte
Step back in time at San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site and immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of the 1830s at the San Jacinto Fall Fandango on Saturday, October 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Families and friends are invited to join us as we explore civilian life on the Texas frontier and experience the joy of these historic festivities.
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