Historical Marker Vagabond

  • Methodist Parsonage – Montgomery, Texas

    Methodist Parsonage – Montgomery, Texas

    Montgomery, Texas, is calling me next, and it seems there’s no shortage of historical sites to explore, with over 40 waiting to be discovered. I’ve had the pleasure of visiting this area before and managed to collect two fascinating markers:. one dedicated to Dr. Charles B. Stewart and the other to the Montgomery Memorial Cemetery. Read more

  • Burton B. Tarkington – Cleveland, Texas

    Burton B. Tarkington – Cleveland, Texas

    This Historical Marker is situated in Cleveland, Texas, approximately 5.5 miles southeast on SH 321. I stumbled upon it unexpectedly while en route to Kinder, Louisiana. Despite my intended destination, I couldn’t help but be intrigued by this marker and the history it represents. It turns out that Tarkington holds a wealth of historical significance, Read more

  • Staacke Brothers Building – San Antonio, Texas

    Staacke Brothers Building – San Antonio, Texas

    Situated at 309 E. Commerce Street in Downtown San Antonio, this Historical Marker commemorates a site with deep roots in the city’s history. Originally belonging to the First Presbyterian Church, the property was acquired by August F. Staacke (1825–1909) in 1869. In 1894, a significant transformation took place when James Gordan designed a magnificent Renaissance Read more

  • Travis Park Confederate Statue – San Antonio, Texas

    Travis Park Confederate Statue – San Antonio, Texas

    The following brief report is by Miss Lillian Byrn, Historian of Barnard E. Bee Chapter, San Antonio:   The Daughters of the Confederacy enjoy the distinction of unveiling the first monument ever erected in San Antonio. This tribute to Confederate soldiers is placed in the center of the handsomest of the many parks for which Read more

  • Today The People of Texas are Historical Markers – Houston and Surrounding Cities, Texas

    Today The People of Texas are Historical Markers – Houston and Surrounding Cities, Texas

    Many heroes from around our great state have come to help the people who are still in desperate need of rescue in Houston and surrounding cities. I am currently north of Conroe, where people were being evacuated just yesterday. I am safe, and so are my family and friends. However, many people are in shelters Read more

  • Old San Antonio National Bank Building – San Antonio, Texas

    Old San Antonio National Bank Building – San Antonio, Texas

    The historical marker stands at 239 East Commerce St. in Downtown San Antonio, currently serving as a law office. Originally, it was built to accommodate the San Antonio National Bank, which was organized in 1866 by George W. Brackenridge and others. The architectural design was entrusted to Cyrus L.W. Eidlitz, a prominent New York architect. Read more

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Diane-Historical Marker Vagabond

I love stopping at historical markers to delve into the past. Recently, I embarked on a mission: capturing photos of these markers, conducting research, and sharing their stories on my blog. With over 16,000 historical markers scattered across Texas, I understand that my collection will never be exhaustive. Nonetheless, I’m committed to capturing as many as I can. If you share my passion for Texas history, I invite you to follow along and share your own experiences. Happy travels!