In 1928, a hotel was built in Alpine, Texas. For over eighty years, the Holland Hotel served the local community and visitors in the area. However, in 2011 owners and staff rallied together to revive this rustic hotel. Alpine is Home to a Strange Ghost Updated 2/11/2020 – Modern amenities were integrated into the hotel, all […]
In 1911, a new hotel was constructed in Galveston, Texas. Named in honor of Count Bernardo de Galvez y Madrid, the hotel was called the Hotel Galvez. Many believe the hotel is the oldest in town. Updated 2/11/2020 – The hotel was added to the National Register of Historic Places in the spring of 1979. […]
In 1928, a port of entry was created in Fabens, Texas. Officially declared the Fabens Port of Entry, the facility served as an access point between Mexico and the United States. Ten years later, a bridge was built at the port entry for faster processing. Updated 2/11/2020 – Is There a Hidden History at Fabens […]
Interested in discovering the scariest attractions; the scariest haunted houses in Texas to visit this Halloween? You’re in the right place so keep reading. Updated 2/11/2020 – As summer comes to a close, many seasonal changes are quickly approaching. The transition into fall means something a little different to everybody: for youth, it signifies the beginning […]
In 1957, a journalist described a set of mysteriously, seemingly otherworldly lights visible off of Route 67 in Marfa, Texas. Hereby known as the Marfa Lights (also called the Marfa Ghost Lights), Americans far and wide have come to view this strange phenomenon. Marfa Ghost Lights History Updated 2/11/2020 – While the July issue of […]
In 1875, Major General William Shafter was leading his troops through rural west Texas when he came upon a small, shallow salt water lake, which he called Shafter Lake. After the discovery, a local businessman convinced a couple of businesses to develop a town around the lake. Updated 2/11/2020 – By 1907 the town had […]
The local cemetery in Slaton, Texas has developed a bizarre reputation during the last few years. Beyond its historical significance, its been said that the cemetery has been home to a lot of paranormal activity. Updated 2/11/2020 – Many Slaton residents who have come to the cemetery to visit loved ones have reported a strange […]
In 1904, the Shapira family opened the Woodbine Hotel in what is now Madisonville, Texas. Originally called The Shapira Hotel, the inn remains the biggest and oldest building in the county. The Woodbine has been renovated extensively, however the original hotel started off with sixteen guest rooms and only indoor plumbing in the section of […]
Brownfield, Texas is home to Coleman Park—a magnificent recreational attraction that boosts a lake, walking trails and several soccer, baseball, and softball fields. Established during the pioneer days of the 1600’s, Coleman Park has stood as a witness to several changes and historical events in Brownfield…and not all of them have been positive. Updated 2/11/2020 […]
The Whitten Inn is located in Abilene, Texas. Residents of the town do not seem to recall when the building was first constructed. The Whitten has been a part of the town for as long as they can remember. Updated 2/11/2020 – Unfortunately, the much rumored haunting of the Whitten Inn has been a relatively new […]
