Dallas Historical Society

North Texas Giving Day: Support Your Favorite Preservation Organizations

By Karen Eubank / September 16, 2021 /

For those of you new to Texas, let me introduce you to North Texas Giving Day, which is Sept. 23, 2021. The Communities Foundation of Texas sponsors this 18-hour online event every year to support local non-profit organizations in 20 counties of North Texas on one user-friendly platform.  North Texas Giving Day was created in…

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Preserving Our History: The Dallas Historical Society And The Hall of State

By Karen Eubank / December 3, 2019 /

Today we’re exploring the Hall of State and the Dallas Historical Society. When I began these historic preservation posts, it was with multiple intentions. I primarily want to educate readers about why historic homes should be preserved. Featuring great homes for sale and explaining how they have been updated, without losing their character, is also…

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Last-Minute Christmas Gift Ideas for Everyone on Santa’s Nice List

By Leah Shafer / December 19, 2016 /
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Stumped for last-minute gift ideas for someone on Santa’s nice list? Why not consider a membership or donation to a North Texas nonprofit in their name? It’s a thoughtful alternative to yet another gift that might sit unused or unappreciated. Here are a few of our favorites related to Dallas history, preservation, housing, and architecture.…

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