Dallas History

MISSION The Dallas Historical Society collects preserves and exhibits the unique heritage of Dallas and Texas to educate and inspire future generations.

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Dallas Historical Society
Hall of State
Holiday Hours

November 23
10am - 2pm

November 24 - 25
CLOSED

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On November 15, 1836, Lorenzo de Zavala died. A proponent of democratic reforms, he helped draft the first Texas constitution, served as first vice president, and is believed to have designed the first Texas flag. This reproduction of that flag was donated by Joe M. Dealey, Jr.

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Iconic @HunterSullivan and His Band will perform in the After Dinner Speakeasy at Dallas Historical Society's Centennial Gala on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at the Hall of State in @fairparkdallas. Visit https://t.co/F1KhZcy5eQ for ticket info.

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On this day in 1886, the Texas State Fair opened in north Dallas. A rival organization, the Dallas Exposition, opened its first fair the following day. The two groups later merged to form the Texas State Fair and Dallas Exposition, eventually becoming the State Fair of Texas.

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Sharon Tabbert took this amazing photo of The Hall of State. (The Fair ends on Sunday but the Hall of State will reopen on Tuesday, November 1st.)
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Today in 1919, the League of Women Voters of Texas formed in San Antonio. Items from the Jessie Daniel Ames Collection (1st LWVT President) are currently on display in the Hall of State.

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On this day in 1839, Mirabeau B. Lamar, the second president of the Republic of Texas, and his cabinet arrived in the new capital city of Austin.

Image: DHS Visual Collection

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Media Day! This morning, our Executive Director Karl Chaio talked with Robyn from @SpectrumNews1TX about our exhibit, DHS: 100 Years, 100 Stories. Stop by @HallOfStateTx 10am-7pm daily during @StateFairOfTX to see how we are celebrating our Centennial! https://t.co/F1KhZcyD4o

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Howdy, folks! In 1952, Big Tex stood on the Midway during the Texas State Fair. Seventy years later, Big Tex is still standing guard over the fairgrounds in the shadow of Hall of State. Have you visited lately?

DHS: 100 Years, 100 Stories
10am - 7pm daily during @StateFairOfTX

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The beauty of Mr. Thomas Feely, Jr's Alamo diorama is astounding; the story of its creation is equally as intriguing. We are so honored to be the home of this historically accurate work of art.

Alamo diorama will reopen on 11.01, so make plans to visit! https://t.co/Mv5CRf1E2s

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Have you been to the #statefairoftexas, yet? If not, you must come to check out the #DallasMavericks Vault exhibit, including this lego creation of American Airlines Center and Victory Plaza!

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Thank you for an AMAZING #openingweekend at the #statefairoftexas!

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It's #openingday at the #statefairoftexas! Come to the Hall of State and see the amazing exhibits on display!

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Come check out our Centennial Exhibit and the Dallas Mavs Vault Exhibit during the #statefairoftexas

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Thank you to everyone who supported us through #NTxGivingDay; because of YOU, we raised a total of $19,837!

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Each year, thousands of guest visit the #HallofState on a mission to learn about the past, understand the present, and envision the future of Dallas. YOU can be a part of this mission by #giving through #NTxGivingDay! Visit: https://t.co/ADiA3Yjilq

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Today is #NTxGivingDay! Your support will help the Dallas Historical Society continue to educate and inspire present and future generations on the history of Dallas and Texas. Today, #GiveWithPurpose through North Texas Giving Day! Visit: https://t.co/2i8YoAr53a

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Today is #WorldGratitudeDay, and we want to take a moment to say how #grateful we are to the MANY volunteers that will make the #StateFairofTexas a great experience for visitors to the #HallofState!