Rafael Gonzales, Namesake of Gonzales, Texas
Gonzales, capital city of the DeWitt Colony, was named in honor of Rafael Gonzales,...
Gonzales, Texas – Birthplace of Revolution
When we think of the Texas Revolution, we usually focus on the period between...
Gonzales, Texas – “Come and Take It!”
The “Come and Take It” flag has made a recent resurgence. You’ll see it...
José Antonio Navarro – Texas Patriot
Neither fortune nor misfortune describe a man. José Navarro had plenty of both, but...
The Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900
June 1 through November 30 is considered Hurricane Season with 80% percent of hurricanes...
Happy Birthday, Buddy Holly…You Are Missed!
Charles Hardin Holley was born in Lubbock, Texas on September 7, 1936–the fourth child...
Start the Year Right!
The more students participate actively in learning, the longer the learning sticks! To help...
Why “Discover” Texas?
Discover Texas History is more than a name. Discovery is an entirely different way of learning.
Where Should You Start?
A great meal usually starts with an appetizer. A great speech usually starts with...
There’s a Reason We Call Our Program “Discover Texas”!
There’s a reason we call our state history program “Discover Texas”! Whether you’re just...