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July 21, 2022
Stone Spanish mission viewed through the arch of a cloister [ [link removed] ]
Mission San Jos? in San Antonio is known as the "Queen of the Missions."
Have a Wild(e) Time Traveling Texas
In summer 1882, 27-year-old Irish writer Oscar Wilde spoke in Texas as part of an American tour. He stopped in Fort Worth, Jefferson [ [link removed] ], Galveston, San Antonio, and Houston.
?Galveston, set like a jewel in a crystal sea, was beautiful,? he said. ?Its fine beach, its shady avenues of oleander, and its delightful sea breezes were something to be enjoyed.?
He continued: ?It was in San Antonio, however, that I found more to please me in the beautiful ruins of the old Spanish mission churches and convents and in the relics of Spanish manners and customs impressed upon the people and architecture of the city.?
Plan your own tour of Texas with our historic road trip itineraries, featuring landmarks, eateries, and accommodations:
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Mexican restaurant with big lit-up signs reading ?Chico?s Tacos? and a full parking lot [ [link removed] ]
Chico?s Tacos, an El Paso staple, was founded in 1953.
Tracking Down Taco History
We need your help locating historic taquer?as and tortillerias!
Our historians are on the hunt to identify taquer?as or tortillerias that have been operating in Texas for 50 years or more, which makes them eligible to be honored as Texas Treasure Businesses [ [link removed] ].
Chico?s in El Paso was founded by Joe Mora in 1953. Famous for its unique rolled tacos soaked in soupy tomato sauce and covered in cheese, Chico?s Tacos has continued to grow in popularity and has become a destination for visitors.
Tell us about these businesses in your community:
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Texas-shaped historical marker with text overlay: Nominate someone, Texas Historical Commission Preservation Awards [ [link removed] ]
Deadline Extended: 2022 Preservation Awards
The nomination period has been extended through July 31 for the 2022 Preservation Awards!
The Texas Historical Commission offers these annual awards to recognize worthy accomplishments and exemplary leadership in the preservation of Texas? heritage. The awards cover achievements in the fields of archeology, historic architecture, museums, community heritage development, and more.
*MAKE A NOMINATION* [ [link removed] ]
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Historical marker with Historic Texas Cemetery medallion in a flat cemetery with widely spaced headstones [ [link removed] ]
Indianola Cemetery, Calhoun County, was designated as a Historic Texas Cemetery in 2009.
Preparing to Protect Historic Cemeteries Through Disasters
When disaster strikes, it can be devastating not only for living Texans? homes and properties, but also to beloved burial grounds.
Join staff from our Cemetery Preservation program [ [link removed] ] on August 4 for the final webinar in a series that trains stewards of historic cemeteries to better prepare for and respond to disasters.
Learn how to set attainable goals in the areas of preservation maintenance, safety, community involvement, and funding support to ensure historic cemeteries can endure whatever challenges they might face.
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Upcoming Events
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* August 4: Building Resiliency in Historic Cemeteries [ [link removed] ]
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July 23: Ice Cream Social [ [link removed] ], Kreische Brewery, La Grange
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July 23: Felix Martinez Historical Marker Dedication [ [link removed] ], El Paso
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July 23-24: Focus Weekend: On Their Own Time [ [link removed] ], Barrington Plantation, Washington
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July 28: Movies at the Lighthouse [ [link removed] ], Port Isabel Lighthouse, Port Isabel
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July 29-30: Bonham Quilt Hop [ [link removed] ], Sam Rayburn House, Bonham
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July 30: Cool Cooking the 19th Century Way [ [link removed] ], French Legation, Austin
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July 30: Texas Revolution Touch Table [ [link removed] ], San Jacinto Museum, La Porte
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August 6: Frontier Medicine with Jordan Lucier [ [link removed] ], Mission Dolores, San Augustine
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August 6: Teacher Appreciation Open House [ [link removed] ], Sam Bell Maxey House, Paris
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August 9: Music at the Mansion [ [link removed] ], Fulton Mansion, Rockport
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August 13: Cycling Saturday [ [link removed] ] and Battleground Bike Tour [ [link removed] ], San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
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