During the 1920s, the New Braunfels community decided their town was in need of a luxurious hotel. Local businessman Walter Faust took charge over the project and the hotel was opened in October of 1929, just two weeks before the stock market crash. Despite the financial strain of the Great Depression, the hotel remained open. […]
Night of the Living Dead, Pet Sematary, Army of Darkness… These are just a few classic horror movies that feature a cemetery on film. For decades, cemeteries have graced the silver screen as horror fodder. Not only do cemeteries present the perfect place for ghosts, ghouls and zombies, they also provide an infinitely creepy atmosphere. […]
What was once a nation of forests and open plains has blossomed into a country of prosperity. But not every city made it. Scattered between our developments lies evidence of towns that did not succeed. Updated 2/11/2020 – These abandoned towns, called ghost towns, are essentially stuck in time. Today, we look at those towns…and […]
The beautiful Presidio La Bahia Fort in Goliad is an important and integral part of Texas history. La Bahia is a fort that was originally built in 1721 by the Spanish Army. The fort was relocated twice before it’s permanent site on the San Antonio river in 1747. The Infamous Goliad Massacre Updated 2/11/2020 – […]
Granbury, Texas is home to the beautiful Granbury Opera House. This facility hosts Broadway plays, concert events and various performances for the public. Smaller, more frequent shows are put on the stage by the Granbury Theatre Company. Granbury Receives a Drastic Makeover Updated 2/11/2020 – The beautiful and historic Granbury Opera House underwent extensive renovations […]
In 1927, the community of Archer City, Texas elected to have a hospital developed in their town. For reasons unknown, the hospital was eventually shut down decades later. Many believe it was due to lack of space. Updated 2/11/2020 – Rather than have the former hospital demolished, the building went up for sale. It was […]
Beeville, Texas is a small, sleepy town where comfort and simplicity are valued above all else. The Dog and Bee Pub, which was a Scottish style restaurant and bar, offered authentic fair and an unassuming attitude—making it a great addition to downtown. While the Dog and Bee Pub has been closed for a couple of years […]
Belton, Texas is home to legend that could very well be historically accurate. The Old Bell County Jail in town dates back to the 1850s, but the jailhouse did not gain fame until May 25, 1874. According to oral legend, it was on that fateful night when a group of citizens rallied together and marched […]
The Grimes County Courthouse, situated in Anderson, Texas, is known for its historic integrity and architectural beauty. Built in 1894, many visitors have been through the courthouse doors, and not all of them have been innocent and friendly. In fact, Grimes has seen some infamous figures and trials in its day. Notorious Anderson Crimes Updated […]
In 1984, children and families in El Paso, Texas rejoiced. Magic Landing, which was a large amusement park, opened its doors to the public on the fourth of July. Many incidents are said to have taken place at Magic Landing, but only one that has been officially recorded. The Freak El Paso Accident of 1985 […]
