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From Granbury to The Larry McMurtry Literary Center in Archer City
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An Evening With Mary Lou Watkins – A Dramatic Reading In Her Own Words
NEW BRIDGE STREEET HISTORY CENTER EVENT April 30, 2026 6:00pm Granbury Live An Evening With Mary Lou Watkins – A Dramatic Reading In Her Own Words celebrates the life and…
What a wonderful day in Archer City! 📚🚌❤️A heartfelt thank you to the director and staff (George and Cathy) at the Larry McMurtry Literary Center for the warm welcome and exceptional hospitality shown to our group. We were so grateful for the thoughtful tour, stories, insights, and the care you took in making our visit such a memorable experience.From exploring the Literary Center and book warehouse to learning more about the legacy of Larry McMurtry and the history of Booked Up, the day was filled with discovery, conversation, and appreciation for Texas literary history.And a special thank you to everyone who joined us on this journey. Your enthusiasm, curiosity, and support helped make this trip truly special.We are delighted to share a few memories from our day in Archer City! 📖✨
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Today’s Granbury Square is a beautifully preserved historic district, but the original square of the 1870s looked very different. Dusty streets, muddy wagon traffic, wooden sidewalks, temporary structures, and buildings long gone tell the story of the real early Granbury.
Dust, Mud, and Plywood: Back in the Day on the Granbury Square! | The Bridge Street History Center
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Before Granbury’s Historic Square became the polished landmark we know today, it was a world of dirt streets, mud, wooden sidewalks, wagons, and vanished buildings. Explore the realities of early Gr…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Grab your book loving friends, book club members or just yourself for a fun day trip! We leave at 8am and back around 5pm. Thursday, May 21st. $65.
From Granbury to Archer City: A Literary Escape
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Travel by deluxe coach from Granbury to Archer City . Tour the Larry McMurty Literary Center & Bookstore. Includes lunch. Limited Seating1 CommentsComment on Facebook
Congratulations to our Board Member Jake Caraway!
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May 21st. Catch a ride with us and let’s spend the day in Archer City at the Larry McMurtry Literary Center. ⬇️GET THE INFO & TICKETS⬇️www.eventbrite.com/e/from-granbury-to-archer-city-a-literary-escape-tickets-1988035412435
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Join us for an all day road trip to the Larry McMurtry Literary Center on Thursday May 21. It’s thriving today! Luxury coach, presentation, lunch, book shopping and tour. Get more details and tickets. Limited seating. www.eventbrite.com/e/from-granbury-to-archer-city-a-literary-escape-tickets-1988035412435Great video by John Sorsby – Texas History & Outdoors
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New Blog Post:Hero, outlaw, or misunderstood pioneer? Learn why Peter Garland remains one of the most debated figures in North Texas history.
Peter Garland: Villain or Hero? | The Bridge Street History Center
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Was Peter Garland a villain or a hero? Explore the controversial story of one of the most debated figures in the early history of Hood and Erath counties.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
ROAD TRIP! GRANBURY TO ARCHER CITY Get the full day itinerary and tickets:
From Granbury to Archer City: A Literary Escape
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Travel by deluxe coach from Granbury to Archer City . Tour the Larry McMurty Literary Center & Bookstore. Includes lunch. Limited Seating7 CommentsComment on Facebook
A few photos from our recent Evening With Mary Lou Watkins event and dinner inspired by her Nutt House Restaurant recipes.
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“Back then, everybody knew everybody… and if you got in trouble, your parents knew before you got home.” Donnie Johnson
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Luxury coach to Archer City + tour + lunch + shop Booked Up May 21 | $65 | Seats limited www.eventbrite.com/e/from-granbury-to-archer-city-a-literary-escape-tickets-1988035412435
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