In 1519, the arrival of the first Spanish conquistadors in the region of North America now known as Texas found the region occupied by numerous Native American tribes. The name Texas …

2 days ago · The Republic of Texas was officially established with Sam Houston as president and Stephen Austin as secretary of state. Cities were named in their honor; Houston was the …

Nov 5, 2025 · The Portal to Texas History is a gateway to rare, historical, and primary source materials from or about Texas.

The Handbook of Texas, a digital encyclopedia by the Texas State Historical Association (TSHA), offers free, comprehensive coverage of Texas history, from its earliest inhabitants to the present.

The Timeline of Texas History spans diverse people, nations, experiences, and geographies dating back from pre-Columbian era to the present.

Texapedia makes it easy to explore the past with clear, engaging articles written in plain language, not academic jargon. Whether you’re curious about the ‘Wild West’ era, the …

Jan 2, 2025 · From its legendary battle for independence at the Alamo to its modern status as a leader in oil, tech and space exploration, Texas has a rich history.

Discover curriculum-based lessons in Texas history and educator resources from across the THC’s state historic sites. In these interactive videos, explore the prehistoric cultures, historic …

Aug 6, 2024 · From its early days as a land inhabited by diverse Native American tribes, through periods of Spanish and Mexican rule, to its time as an independent republic and its journey as …

Texas history made simple—Indigenous roots, missions, independence, statehood, oil, civil rights, space. Timeline, maps, key people, and must-see sites.