📷 Through the Lens of Time ⏳This cut limestone structure was built in 1895 to house the hardware operation of D.O. Baker and J.D. Rylee. It had a well dug inside the store, with a windmill and water tank on the roof. In 1929, this building was converted to a gasoline service station by the Transcontinental Oil Company of Tulsa. Photo credit University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History taken 1974.
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Wonder what Granbury was like as a river town before Lake Granbury changed everything in 1969? The Bridge Street History Center presents Local Tales by Local Folks – Before the Lake! Hear firsthand stories from longtime residents about life before the Brazos became a lake. Featuring David Cleveland, Mildred Molder, David Smith, Helen Anderson, Roger Enlow, and Cody Martin. Watch now on our YouTube channel!
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🔨History Rebuilt: The Panter Branch Log Cabin Finds New Life at the Old Jail Museum!🪓The project is officially complete! Check out our original post here: www.facebook.com/share/p/1BhXkg8Srj/ The structure was carefully dismantled, moved, and beautifully restored in its new location in the parking lot at the Hood County Jail Museum. Great job Karen Nace and crew! Stop by and see the incredible craftsmanship and read the history for yourself. It's open when the jail is open.
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Lost Stories - Found VoicesDiscover hidden gems of Granbury’s past.Janet Saltsgiver uncovers the stories of the Paluxy and Rock Church communities from 1850s settlers like the Meeks, Carraways, and Etheridges to the battle against damming the Paluxy River. Her research ties genealogy to historic preservation, highlighting efforts to save family cemeteries and restore the iconic Rock Church, now a recognized Texas historical site. Dive into the past and explore the legacy that shaped this community!▶️ Watch now on our YouTube channel! ▶️
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Unlock the secrets of Granbury's past from your couch!Watch The Bridge Street History Center's videos on your Smart TV (YouTube App)1️⃣ Open the YouTube app on your Smart TV.2️⃣ Use the search bar and type: Bridge Street History Center.3️⃣ Click Subscribe so you never miss our latest history content!4️⃣ Select a video and dive into Granbury’s rich history! 🏛️It also auto starts with our most recent video.
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Mr. W.S. Kelly: I'd Walk to Texas Before Staying in Tennessee!From The Granbury News January 28, 1892"Mr. W.S. Kelly of Long Creek returned last week from a holiday visit to his home in East Tennessee. Having left there nearly 20 years ago, he says the people of Texas are in far better condition than those of the older states, and that he told his friends there, that if he couldn’t afford to travel any other way, he would strike out and walk to Texas rather than stay there."📜 - The Granbury News, January 28, 1892
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Hood County: Where History Shapes Who We Are Today From frontier outposts to thriving communities, Hood County has a past that continues to shape our present. Every historic building, every landmark, and every story passed down connects us to the resilience, determination, and spirit of those who came before us.The pioneers who built this land, the ranchers and farmers who sustained it, and the visionaries who saw its potential have all left their mark. Their legacy is woven into our traditions, our values, and the way we come together as a community.
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Happy Birthday to the Texas flag! Today, we celebrate 186 years since the Lone Star Flag became official. On January 25, 1839, Texas President Mirabeau Lamar designated it as the symbol of the state. Here’s to the enduring legacy of the Lone Star!
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Happy Birthday to the Texas flag . This is a beautiful picture of the Courthouse and all of the Texas flags !
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Dana Richards Collier has shared this remarkable image featuring her great-great-grandfather John E. Sargent's children. This historic building "The Granbury House" (barely seen in the photo) was constructed 1871-1872 for Martha Stringfellow who opened a boarding house.
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