Texas History Research Guide:Websites

This site contains an illustrated chronology of the Battle of the Alamo, a link to the Daughters of The Republic of Texas (DRT) library catalog, a list of historical events hosted by DRT, and two Alamo bibliographies, one for adults and one focusing on children’s resources. It also provides a link to an extensive list of other Texas History related sites.

A discussion list focusing on Texas history and culture. Scholarly research and discussion, teaching aids and bibliographical information can be found within the discussion list.

A multidisciplinary encyclopedia of Texas history, geography, and culture sponsored by the Texas State Historical Association. Included is authoritative information on people, places, events, historical themes, institutions and other Texas topics.

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An award-winning virtual museum focusing on the prehistory of Texas from the Texas Archeological Research Laboratory at The University of Texas at Austin. It provides results of archeological and historical research on the cultural heritage of Texas. Online exhibits cover a multitude of subjects regarding Texas’ prehistory. Teacher lesson plans and activities for kids are also available.

The Commission is charged with preserving Texas’ heritage, from archeological sites to local courthouses and cemeteries. Information on cultural resource management, heritage travel and historic properties, among other topics, is available.

A monthly magazine published by the Texas Historical Commission with feature articles about Texas History and historic preservation.

A digital library with collections from many Texas museums, archives, and private collections. Educators will enjoy the Primary Source Adventures and researchers will appreciate the ability to view digitized items of interest.

The official site of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission lists archives and manuscripts held in the Texas State Library, as well as other resources about Texas. Resources range from the map collection to the searchable Confederate Pension Applications Index.