Texas history

In West Texas, the debate over stuffing versus dressing may spark some friendly banter, but it’s the warmth and hospitality that truly define our Thanksgiving spirit.

The Goatman’s Bridge isn’t just haunted—it’s haunted by the truth of what really happened there.

Halloween brings back memories of costumes and candy, but did you know the fear of poisoned treats is mostly a myth? Let’s unravel that tale together.

Buried under the weight of history, Oswald's grave has seen more drama than some Hollywood films. You won't believe what happened to his headstone.

Imagine a time when bats were seen as secret weapons in a strange military plan. Sounds like something from a sci-fi movie, right?

Got Texas history in a box? UNT’s Rescuing Texas History grant offers digitization services to save it

The "Money Well" in Nacogdoches County... could it hold Santa Anna's lost gold? We dig into this fascinating story!

Just east of Abilene lies a hiking trail that tells a story of nature reclaiming history, are you ready to tread where lions once roamed?

Texas is home to dozens of abandoned ghost towns. These ten once thrived with people, now they’re just memories reclaimed by nature.

Texas once had a navy to fit for its independence. Discover the schooners that protected the Lone Star State, and its sea-worth legacy.

For over 100 years, certain Texas restaurants have thrived through generations, bringing diners closer to the past with every dish.

Discover the hidden gems of ghost towns along Route 66—where history meets intrigue in the Texas Panhandle.