Lawyer by Day, Novelist by Night: Dee Kelly Jr.
The evite went out quietly to some of Fort Worth’s most prominent West Siders: come to a private book signing Wednesday night by the virtually unknown Fort Worth novelist Landon Wallace, just releasing...
View ArticleConsultant Kasey Pipes' Office Could Double as a History Classroom
Kasey Pipes serves as a public affairs specialist, but he is also a historian. He has a lot of neat stuff in his office. Take a look.
View ArticleTarrant County Celebrates Fort Worth’s 173rd Birthday with a New Ripley...
A historical collection of the major general’s belongings, including his sword, was brought “home” by the county and a benefactor, the Fash Foundation.
View ArticleSandman Signature Hotel Grand Opening Fit for Building with Grand History
The regal W.T. Waggoner Building, opened in 1920, given new purpose in the 21st century.
View ArticleThe Hurley Building Once Looked Over Fort Worth's Downtown Business District
A fire in 1898 brought down its seven stories. The first in an occasional series.
View ArticleFort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo: The History Is Legendary
Wild horse races, cowboy football, dog-riding monkeys, and even a singalong breakfast with a former president, they all have a place in the history of this illustrious event.
View ArticleLeonard's Department Store History Is on the Move Again
“Leonard's was definitely part of the history of Fort Worth for a lot of years. ... I know I can't last forever, so I wanted to make sure that it did.”
View ArticleBryce Building Stands as Monument to Fort Worth Giant
The Bryce Building Company was responsible for the construction of many of the city's oldest buildings, including the Stock Exchange Building.
View ArticleFort Worth History: Legacy of Sen. Charles Culberson and His Stand Against...
Culberson’s 30-year career in public life includes his role in making boxing illegal in Texas circa 1895. He is buried in Oakwood Cemetery on the North Side.
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