Texas Photo of the Day

9/11 Monument, Texas State Cemetery

2008-09-11T13:05:00.000-07:00

The 9/11 Monument at the Texas State Cemetery in Austin includes two steel girders from the World Trade Center towers. It honors fallen Texans both in the September 11 attacks and those who died in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. The memorial, which was designed by O’Connell, Robertson and Associates of Austin, was added to the State Cemetery in 2003.

Florence Mural

2008-09-10T12:10:00.000-07:00

Adjacent to the Veterans Memorial, a mural in downtown Florence, a small town located north of Georgetown, honors the services of area soldiers through the years.

Gruene General Store

2008-09-08T07:29:00.000-07:00

Patrons line up at the ice cream fountain at the Gruene General Store in the community of Gruene. Today official a part of New Braunfels, Gruene became a ghost town when the boll weevil hit Texas but today is a tourist hotspot thanks to its shopping, rafting, bed and breakfasts, and restaurants.

Boot Scootin' in Luckenbach

2008-09-05T12:39:00.001-07:00

Made famous by the Waylon Jennings song, tiny Luckenbach is a quiet destination during the daytime hours but comes to life at night when the dance hall fills.

Lavaca County Courthouse, Hallettsville

2008-09-04T11:59:00.000-07:00

Located on the courthouse square in Hallettsville, the Lavaca County Courthouse might look familiar to movie lovers...and with good reason. This statuesque building was a "stand in" for the Fayette County Courthouse in La Grange during the filming of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.

Nina, Corpus Christi

2008-09-03T14:55:00.000-07:00

One of three ships created to commemmorate the 500 year anniversary of Columbus' voyage to America, the Niña is located on the People's Street T-Head in Corpus Christi. Although it can't be boarded, you can view much of the historically accurate ship from the walkway--and marvel at the idea of crossing the ocean in such a small vessel.

Up the Chisholm Trail, Georgetown

2008-09-02T10:04:00.000-07:00

Georgetown recalls its cowboy heritage with an annual September event called Up the Chisholm Trail Cattle Drive and Chuckwagon Cook-off, this year scheduled for September 26 and 27 in San Gabriel Park.

Rattlesnake Rattles

2008-08-28T06:43:00.000-07:00

The fall months that are just around the corner will bring more frequent sightings of this Texas resident: the Western diamondback rattlesnake.

Thunderheads in Texas

2008-08-27T06:39:00.000-07:00

If you've ever witnessed a hot, dry Texas summer, you know what a relief it is to see thunderheads like these on the horizon! This shot was taken north of San Antonio.

Peter Pan, Weatherford

2008-08-26T06:37:00.000-07:00

Mary Martin, best known as Broadway's Peter Pan (and mother of actor and "Dallas" star Larry Hagman) is immortalized in this statue in front of Weatherford's public library.

Polka Dancing, Walburg

2008-08-25T06:33:00.000-07:00

October is just weeks ago and that means Oktoberfests across Texas, especially in the historic German communities of central Texas. This polka dance took place at the Walburg Restaurant in tiny Walburg, just northeast of Georgetown.

Texas State History Museum, Austin

2008-08-22T07:46:00.000-07:00

Don't worry that you'll miss The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum in Austin; just look for this Texas-size star in front of the excellent museum.

Medina Mural

2008-08-21T07:44:00.000-07:00

This mural illustrates the apple industry for which the tiny town of Medina is well known.

Lost Maples

2008-08-20T06:41:00.000-07:00

The "lost" maples are found at this store in Medina. Look for some of the state's best fall colors from Lost Maples State Natural Area, located not too far from Medina in Vanderpool.

Kerrville's Hill Country Cafe

2008-08-19T06:40:00.000-07:00

Kerrville's Hill Country Cafe is a popular morning stop for residents and visitors starting their day with coffee, breakfast, and the chance to say hello to neighbors.

Bandera's Texas Spirit

2008-08-18T07:38:00.000-07:00

Bandera is known for its cowboy spirit, everything from dude ranches to honky tonks to barbecue.

Cowboy Fence, Mayan Ranch, Bandera

2008-08-15T12:26:00.000-07:00

You can't get much more cowboy than this: a cowboy hat and boot atop a barbed wire fence at Bandera's Mayan Ranch.

Tarpon Inn, Port Aransas

2008-08-14T08:26:00.000-07:00

In Port Aransas, the Tarpon Inn has been welcoming guests since 1886.

Our Lady of Loreto Church, Goliad

2008-08-13T18:22:00.000-07:00

The Our Lady of Loreto Church at Goliad's Presidio La Bahia holds the title not only as one of the oldest churches in the nation but was also the place where the first Declaration of Texas Independence was signed. Today the church continues its role as a place of worship.

USS Lexington Museum on the Bay, Corpus Christi

2008-08-12T06:21:00.000-07:00

At the U.S.S. Lexington Museum on the Bay you'll be aboard the most decorated aircraft carrier in US naval history.

West Texas Walk of Fame, Lubbock

2008-08-11T14:15:00.000-07:00

The West Texas Walk of Fame in Lubbock features a statue of Buddy Holly surrounded by plaques honoring West Texas musicians, actors, and entertainers.

Seahorses, Port Aransas

2008-08-08T10:11:00.000-07:00

These colorful seahorses overlook a busy street in Port Aransas, one of the top places in Texas to enjoy some fun in the sun.

Hangar Hotel, Fredericksburg

2008-08-07T00:30:00.000-07:00

The Hangar Hotel in Fredericksburg is one of the most unique properties in Texas thanks to its quonset hut design, 40s decor, and location adjacent to the city's small airport.

Austin's Rhapsody Mosaic

2008-08-06T07:09:00.001-07:00

Rhapsody, a mosaic by artist John Yancey, stands on Austin's East 11th Street. This colorful creation captures the spirit of the district that was once the heart of the city's jazz scene. You'll find the mosaic at the Dr. Charles E. Urdy Plaza at East 11th and Waller streets, just east of I-35.

Kolaches in Schulenburg

2008-08-05T10:06:00.000-07:00

Schulenburg--along with towns like Hallettsville, Caldwell, and West--is well known for its fresh kolaches. This Czech pastry was brought to the region by Czech immigrants and keeps local bakeries busy. This tray of poppy seed kolaches was at Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant just north of I-10 in Schulenburg.