Texarkana history from both sides of the state line: the people, places, crimes, wars and turning points that shaped the Twin Cities, Bowie County and Miller County.
The Civil War was one of the most trying times in our nation’s history. Participate in Civil War School Days at Historic Washington State Park with your school group on Friday, October 31 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Turn…
The City of Texarkana, Texas will host a dedication ceremony for the replacement of the Wavell’s Colony historical marker near the United States Post Office and Courthouse in downtown Texarkana on Friday, October 10th, at 12:00 p.m. The original marker,…
Texarkana, TX – A special We Honor Veterans pinning ceremony was recently held to recognize the extraordinary service of Deane Willey, a U.S. Coast Guard veteran who dedicated his life to serving and protecting his country. The event took place…
The historic Orr School, located at 831 Laurel Street in Texarkana, Arkansas, has received a grant from the New York-based A Blade of Grass 2025 Field Funds program to collect and preserve oral histories from generations of educators, students, and…
The City of Texarkana, Texas, in partnership with the Texarkana Historic Landmark Commission and historian and author Gary L. Pinkerton, proudly announces the installation of 10 new signs marking the historic route of Trammel’s Trace, the first road to Texas…
The City of Texarkana, Texas and the Texarkana Convention Center in partnership with Texas A&M University-Texarkana, UT Tyler, and the Caddo Conference Organization are honored to host the 2025 Caddo & East Texas Archaeological Conference, on February 21st and 22nd…
Texarkana College is excited to announce a series of events in celebration of Black History Month, highlighting the rich cultural heritage and contributions of African Americans. The festivities will kick off with SoulFest, a musical extravaganza hosted by the Texarkana…
When groups of people come together and begin to talk about 9/11 and their personal memories of the terrible events that took place that day, everyone has their own story to tell. When asked where I was on 9/11, it’s…
It may be chilly outside, but it’s warm and comfy at the P. J. Ahern Home. Join the Texarkana Museums System for a special exhibit of quilts, coats, and more, on exhibit now through February 2021. Tours times are 11:30…
Since its founding in 1824, the community of Washington has seen its share of presidential elections and the impact of the Electoral College. On December 14, 2020, the Electoral College will cast its vote, based on the votes by the…
16 year old Paul Martin and 15 year old Betty Jo Booker were killed 74 years ago tonight at the entrance to Spring Lake Park. Although they were not the first victims of the “Phantom Killer” their attack was when…
We came across some old Texarkana Postcards that are apart of The Tichnor Brothers Collection. These postcards are located in Boston Public Library. The Tichnor Brothers Collection: Approximately 25,000 postcards that are office proofs from the Tichnor Brothers files. These are color…
Texarkana, Texas | On Saturday November 22nd from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm, Texarkana Public Library will host an author signing and reception for James Presley at the Texarkana Public Library to discuss PHANTOM KILLER: Unlocking the Mystery of the…
Earlier this year, a person on a website called reddit.com found a yearbook entitled Better Half 1913. Even more interestingly, it turned up in Milwaukee. It is a yearbook for Texarkana in Arkansas (which is now Arkansas High School now) published…
During lunch at Texas A&M-Texarkana yesterday, Dr. Drew Morton and Dr. Walter Casey debated the merits of freedom of speech and expression for Constitution Day. Dr. Morton is an Assistant Professor in the Mass Communications Department, and Dr. Casey is a…
