 Mission San Jos? in San Antonio is known as the "Queen of the Missions."
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, 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:
 Chico?s Tacos, an El Paso staple, was founded in 1953.
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.
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.
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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.
 Indianola Cemetery, Calhoun County, was designated as a Historic Texas Cemetery in 2009.
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 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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