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History

When Christmas Came Downtown: The Forgotten Magic of Joske’s Fantasyland

When Christmas Came Downtown: The Forgotten Magic of Joske's Fantasyland

For many San Antonians, Christmas once began downtown. Before online shopping, suburban malls, and holiday pop-up attractions, families dressed up, loaded into the car, and … Read more

Before Turkey and Stuffing: What a San Antonio Thanksgiving Table Might Have Looked Like 300 Years Ago

Before Turkey and Stuffing: What a San Antonio Thanksgiving Table Might Have Looked Like 300 Years Ago

When most people picture Thanksgiving, they imagine roasted turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, and a table full of familiar family favorites. But … Read more

Why Frost Still Holds a Unique Place in San Antonio History

Frost Tower San Antonio

San Antonio has plenty of names that echo through its history. Some are tied to missions, military figures, neighborhoods, old businesses, or families that helped … Read more

Hot Wells Hotel & Spa: From Sulfur Springs to Ruins to Revival

Hot Wells Hotel in San Antonio in 1907

Walking along South Presa Street on San Antonio’s South Side, it’s easy to overlook the modest park signs among the trees and trails. But beneath … Read more

Hyman S. Lebman: San Antonio’s Gunsmith to Outlaws

Hyman S. Lebman: San Antonio’s Gunsmith to Outlaws

In the heart of San Antonio’s downtown historic district, tucked just blocks from City Hall and the sheriff’s office, a small saddlery and gun-shop quietly … Read more

The Vaudeville Theater Ambush of 1884: Violence, Politics, and Revenge in Old San Antonio

Historical photo of the Jack Harris Vaudeville Theater in San Antonio, Texas

On a cool Tuesday night—March 11, 1884—San Antonio’s bustling Vaudeville Theater prepared for another evening of performances. The theater sat at the northwest corner of … Read more

The Quadrangle at Fort Sam Houston: History, Wildlife, and the Heart of Military City USA

In the northern reaches of San Antonio, tucked away on the grounds of Fort Sam Houston (now part of Joint Base San Antonio), sits a … Read more

Oliver North’s Controversial Career: San Antonio Marine and Iran-Contra Figure

Oliver North’s Controversial Career San Antonio Marine and Iran-Contra Figure

From decorated Marine to Iran-Contra mastermind, Oliver North’s patriotic convictions led him down a path few could imagine.

Vivian Liberto: San Antonio Woman Who Inspired Johnny Cash’s Early Years

Vivian Liberto San Antonio Woman Who Inspired Johnny Cash’s Early Years

Lost love letters reveal how Cash’s first wife shaped his rise before being erased from his legendary story.

Paula Prentiss’s Silver Screen Debut: San Antonio Actress in Where the Boys Are

Paula Prentiss’s Silver Screen Debut San Antonio Actress in Where the Boys Are

From San Antonio to stardom, Paula Prentiss’s comedic genius in “Where the Boys Are” launched her Hollywood career but not without…

Julián Castro’s Political Journey: San Antonio Mayor and HUD Secretary

Julián Castro’s Political Journey San Antonio Mayor and HUD Secretary

Castro’s meteoric rise from San Antonio councilman to presidential candidate transformed American politics, but his greatest impact remained hidden.

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