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When seeking out history, travelers know the common places like museums, heritage sites, courthouses, and historic districts, but history can also be found around the dinner table. Restaurants that have been operating for more than half a century have witnessed enormous changes in their cities. These are the places where families celebrate milestones, where travelers discover local culture, and where recipes survive. These are the places where conversations, traditions, and memories accumulate over decades. Dining at these restaurants isn't just about eating somewhere historic, it's about participating in a story that's still being written.
Austin's music scene didn't happen by accident. It grew from the people, places, and venues that gave generations of musicians a stage and a community. Discover how preserving these iconic spaces helps keep the city's musical story alive for future visitors and performers alike.
Taylor has always been a place where big ideas take root. Built on a foundation of agriculture, railroads, and entrepreneurship, this welcoming Central Texas community continues to embrace innovation while honoring its rich heritage. Today, historic downtown storefronts stand alongside new investment and opportunity, creating a destination where visitors can experience local history, vibrant public art, unique shops, and Texas hospitality. With the arrival of the Spark! Places of Innovation exhibition, Taylor celebrates the people, partnerships, and forward-thinking spirit that continue to shape its future while remaining firmly connected to its past
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Nominate a Historic Business
Harmon Dobson, a World War II veteran, had no prior restaurant experience, but sought a business investment. His vision was to make a burger so big that it would elicit an incredulous cry from those who saw it: “What a burger!”
On August 8, 1950, the first Whataburger opened at 2609 Ayers St. in Corpus Christi.
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
Aug 15: Show and Tell, Denison
Bring a treasured family heirloom or favorite vintage find to the Eisenhower Birthplace, and discover the stories behind items shared by fellow community members. Enjoy free coffee while exploring artifacts brought out by site staff.
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Mountain Trail Region
Aug 19: Magoffin Home Hard-Hat Tours, El Paso
Don't miss your opportunity to see preservation in action! Get an inside look at the Magoffin Home’s active adobe restoration on a limited-capacity behind-the-scenes tour.
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Hill Country Trail Region
Aug 22: Mosaic Masterclass, Georgetown
Puzzle together elegant materials such as Italian marble and recycled mirror to make your very own artwork! No experience necessary.
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Plains Trail Region
Aug 22: Cornelia Adair's JA Ranch, Goodnight
The first cattle ranch in the Texas Panhandle, the famed JA, turns 150! In honor of this momentous occasion, Dr. Alex Hunt from West Texas A&M University is visiting the Goodnight Ranch to look back at the history of the woman behind the ranch, Cornelia Wadsworth Ritchie Adair.
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Tropical Trail Region
Aug 27: Tamal Talks, Kingsville
In conjunction with the annual Tamalada Festival, Tamal Talks is a presentation by Christine Reiser Robbins, a professor at Texas A&M University Kingsville's Department of Anthropology.
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Brazos Trail Region
Sept 12: Kolache Festival, Caldwell
The annual Kolache Festival is one of Texas' favorite traditions and a perfect way to experience Czech heritage, lively entertainment, and, of course, delicious homemade kolaches.
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Pecos Trail Region
Sept 11: Barrio Fest, Fort Stockton
Barrio Fest brings history to life through culture, music, food and traditions—connecting generations and celebrating community at the Fort Stockton Community Theatre located in the heart of the barrio!
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Forts Trail Region
Sept 12 & 13: Milky Way Photography Class, Fort McKavett
Have you ever seen the Milky Way rise over Fort McKavett? Join nighttime photographer and Milky Way enthusiast Kirk Brandau as he leads participants in learning the basics of camera use in nighttime photography.
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Independence Trail Region
Until Sept 19: Soul Circuit: Juneteenth Rodeos in Texas, Bastrop
A traveling exhibition honoring the thriving network of small-town rodeos that helped sustain the more than 200-year lineage of Black cowboys in America.
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