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Postcards for Preservation
Written by: Joy Siler More than just a souvenir or a nice message to send while on vacation, postcards have also become valuable historic resources. Within the collections held at the...
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Classic Toys of Yesteryear
Written by: Joy Siler The holiday season is a favorite time of year due to the decorations, traditions, special foods, gifts, and festivities steeped in cozy nostalgia. For many, a childhood toy...
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A Tribute to Joseph Pinson Jr.
Written by: Joy Siler The Denton County Office of History and Culture would like to commemorate the passing of another long-time donor and friend of the museum. Joseph W. Pinson Jr. died on October...
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Denton’s Coca-Cola Factory
Written by: Joy Siler Though not the oldest soda brand, Coca-Cola is still one of the largest beverage companies in the world. (Dr Pepper is the oldest having been patented in 1885, just a year prior...
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The Landrum Cemetery
Written by: Joy Siler Denton County’s long history and organized settlement has led to a variety and large number of cemeteries that are scattered across the region. Some date to the earliest arrivals...
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A Selection of Fashionable Ladies’ Hats
Written by: Joy Siler Though less common in every day life than in previous decades, an essential part of a lady’s traditional wardrobe would include a hat. Some were used for coverage when outside...
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Historical Park Highlights: The Woods House
Written by: Joy Siler The Woods House is currently under reconstruction at the Historical Park. As reconstruction and restoration continue at the Denton County Historical Park, the Woods House has...
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A Walk through Quakertown
Written by Joy Siler; Original Walking Tour by Kim Cupit As continuing research develops around the former Denton neighborhood known as Quakertown, the rich life and cohesion of the predominantly...
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Women’s History Month: The W.A.C. in WWII
Written by: Joy Siler During World War II, women made momentous contributions to the war effort both at home and overseas in various capacities. Though American women have carved out roles for...
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A Total Eclipse of the Heart (of Texas)
Written by: Joy Siler Though the city of Denton may not be in the direct path of totality for the solar eclipse occurring on April 8th, 2024, much of the southern portion of the greater county will be...
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