Aug 9, 2022 · We’ve compiled a timeline of the 50 most significant historical events that shaped the great state of Texas. Without these events, Texas might look much different than it does today.

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 derives …

There are many chapters in the story of Texas. Explore a timeline of Texas eras and events, from 16,000 years ago to today.

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 a state within …

1866 -- The abundance of longhorn cattle in south Texas and the return of Confederate soldiers to a poor reconstruction economy marked the beginning of the era of Texas trail drives to northern markets.

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 Republic of Texas, or the …

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.

Apr 14, 2026 · Browse the collections of The Portal to Texas History by date or coverage era.

Trace the story from early Spanish missions and Álvarez de Pineda’s Gulf Coast charting to Mexican Texas, the Texas Revolution at Gonzales, the Alamo, and the victory at San Jacinto—through the …