Dallas Historical Society

Get Up Close and Personal With the Dallas Cowboys as Seen Through the Lens of Ron St. Angelo

By Karen Eubank / July 7, 2024 /

Get ready to immerse yourself in the history of the Dallas Cowboys with the man who has had unparalleled access to them for 30 years: photographer Ron St. Angelo. As the team’s official photographer since 1979, you know he’s seen it all! When the Dallas Cowboys hired him, he was given access to everyone and…

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…

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…

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

By Leah Shafer / December 19, 2016 /

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.…