This is definitely one of the more unusual cemeteries in the Austin area due to the fact that it is…read moredirectly located at the end of an airport runway. Gaining access to it is a little bit tricky as it is on a small single lane dirt road located just off of 183. It is about 2 to 3 acres in size and there's usually a jet passing overhead every few minutes. This cemetery can also be considered the greenwood cemetery as well. The cemetery itself is neatly arranged with nicely manicured trees and trimmed lawn. One fascinating side effect of the Jets passing so close above you is that exhibits a powerful whistling sound from the wind being sliced through by the aircraft after it has passed by. In other words the vortices that come from the edge of the wings descend into this area and create a strange wind-like phenomena. This is still an active cemetery and there were 2 recent 2022 buriels here. There's over 100 headstones here with plenty of room for more. The dates of the headstones range from the early 20th century to the present day. There were a handful of headstones from the 1880s through the 90s. Apart from the historical aspect of the cemetery, the best part were the planes landing just 100 feet above your head followed by that aerodynamic whistling noise.

This small cemetery is pretty much located in the middle of nowhere and completely surrounded by…read morecornfields. It's basically just 50 x 100', but there's still enough space to bury at least a dozen or more. This cemetery is several miles north east of Manor and many of the people buried here were from the early Swedish, German and Danish settlers of the small town of Kimbro. There appears to be about 50 to 60 people buried here. Most of the graves are fromthe early to mid 20th century and the newest occupant was laid to rest here in 2013. I was pleasantly surprised to see that the graveyard itself has been well-maintained over time. There's not a whole lot more to say about this spot so I'll let the photos tell the rest of the story.

Located near downtown historic Smithville you'll find this marvelous memorial to those who served…read morein foreign wars. This place is easy to find as it sits almost at the foot of the Smithville water tower and right next to a skateboard park. On site there are some public bathrooms and there's even a dog park directly across the street. This is a quiet place for reflection on those who lost their lives in defense of our country.

This property is located right next to a Shell gas station and Rudy's barbecue on 360. There is a…read moregravely driveway that leads to a gate, which is located on Stoneridge Rd. The Google maps location sends you to the rear of the restaurant which is not the correct location. This less than 1 acre plot is completely surrounded by trees and scrub, making it impossible to see from the road. The square property is ringed by a 3 foot chain link fence that's in somewhat disrepair. Many of the headstones are still standing, and there is a logical layout to the property, but no kiosk denoting who is buried where. Many of the markers are cast in concrete, which is a cheaper material, but there are newer ones in granite. The property itself is relatively well cared for, but just a little rough around the edges. It seems that 2021 was the latest burial, but there isn't much room left. There is no Texas historical sign at this location. Informative video and photos below.

AKA Austin Fire Drill Tower. Originally used by the Austin…read moreFire Dept. as drill practice this sixty-seven foot tower made of brick is registered as an historic place (National Register of Historic Places). If you're like me and seek such places out, this is one not to be missed. I remember seeing it for the first time ten years ago and being in awe of it. Now that I live here, the appreciation of the architecture goes even deeper. I love the view of it when walking the Butler trail. Couple of facts: Built in 1930. In 1978 it was dedicated to James Buford who died in the line of duty six years prior. In 2021 a deliberately set fire at the bottom of the building caused massive damage. It's since been completed restored back to its original elements (2023). It's got a bell tower and you can hear the bells ringing everyday. It's now a memorial to firefighters, EMTs, etc. in Austin. So again, if you're into historical monuments and architecture this is something worth checking out.

Such a beautiful historic tower! Walked past it on our way to Zilker Park…read more As you cross over the bridge where the infamous bats reside here in Downtown Austin, you will come across it!!! Worth a stop to check out!

Great place to visit and learn Haskell house history and history of community , we arrived at the…read moreclosing time and the tour guide was gracious to provide us with a tour and we were happy to support with donation.

Go back in time at this historic home and learn the history of Clarksville and when it was settled…read more Built in 1871 after the civil war, the community was established as a Freedman Community where former slaves could reunite with their families. Now the land serves as a community garden for the surrounding neighborhood and the home is on the national register- still with some original wood siding, windows and square nails. One can peek in the windows as I did or go inside when it's open for visitors.

This cemetery is located on a side road just a stones throw away from RM - 620. What's really…read moreunique about this cemetery is that all the graves look as though they were "do it yourself" projects. These plots are well carved out on the sloping limestone hillside. Many of the gravesites have used the natural materials of the Hill country and embellished them with some personal items. This is still an active cemetery with many recent graves, however, I did not spot any markers from the 1800s. For the most part, the cemetery is well manicured and taken care of, and even has a paved road, running through it from the front gate to the rear gate. The graves and family plots are randomly arranged according to the topography of the hillside. Access to the property is simple with just an unlocked gate and a low perimeter wall. Many of the decedents here may well be associated with the Whitestone church just 100 feet away. There is also a recently built columbarium for those who wish to store their ashes here. Normally, this would be a nice quiet place in the country, but that's not the case with the noisy traffic on 620. I did not spot any Texas historical sign nor any information on making this your forever home. This is most likely a private cemetery, not a city one and I even spotted a grave where someone had their dog buried next to them. Informative photos below.

[This is a review of the Hutchings, Sealy & Co. Historical Markers in Galveston, but Yelp moved it…read moreand renamed it. Maybe they fix it, maybe they don't.] One of the most haunted buildings in Galveston, or at least as much as I've read. This where the ghost of a schoolteacher who heroically pulled victims from the floodwaters during the great hurricane of 1900 roams the Strand. I didn't see it. The State marker here reads, "Four decades after joining in partnership, George Ball, John Henry Hutchings, and John Sealy employed prominent Galveston architect Nicholas J. Clayton to design office buildings for their Ball, Hutchings & Co. commission and banking operations. Built in 1895 as two individual but connected structures, these buildings complemented Galveston's Strand Avenue, known at the time as the "Wall Street of the Southwest." "The buildings' Renaissance revival style is represented by the heavily rusticated stone arches featured on its entryways, terra cotta detailing on the parapets and entablatures, evenly spaced columns and pilasters, elaborate stone cornice, and arcading windows. The foundation walls are six feet wide at the base and made of pressed brick with ashlar patterned sandstone facing. "The corner building, which features the name "Hutchings" on its entablature, was originally constructed for John H. Hutchings. The adjoining office building, featuring the name "Sealy" on its entablature, was built for John Sealy. These majestic buildings are reminders of a grand era in Galveston's history and the philanthropic legacy of these early businessmen." The second marker has a picture of the building on the back. The front reads, "This impressive building contains grey and pink granite, red Texas sandstone, and buff colored terra cotta. Designed in the Neo-Renaissance style by Galveston architect Nicholas J. Clayton, it was built in 1895 for the banking firm of Ball, Hutchings & Co. "Although the three-story building appears to be a single structure, it actually consists of two adjoining structures made to look like one. The corner structure housed the bank and the easterly building the offices. The two buildings are crowned by an elaborate stone cornice with the Lone Star medallion on panels of the entablature and with the dates 1854 and 1895 in the stonework. "Ball, Hutchings & Co. was established in 1854 with George Ball, John H. Hutchings, and John Sealy as partners. As bankers and dealers in wholesale dry goods, the firm was the first of its kind in Texas and its influence was felt throughout the state. In 1858, the assets and liabilities of the Samuel May Williams' Commercial and Agricultural Bank, the only chartered bank in Texas prior to the Civil War, were taken over by Ball, Hutchings & Co. "When the Federal blockade the port of Galveston during the Civil War, the firm moved to Houston for the duration of the war and from there carried on trade in cotton as a means to help the Confederacy. In 1867, George Sealy, younger brother of John Sealy, was made a partner in the firm. "The bank was reorganized in 1897 as Hutchings, Sealy & Co. After a merger in 1930 with the South Texas National Bank, the name of the bank was changed to the Hutchings-Sealy National Bank. And in 1958, after a merger with the First National Bank of Galveston, to First Hutchings-Sealy National Bank of Galveston. Based on these mergers, the bank has the distinction of being the oldest bank in Texas. In 1933, Hutchings-Sealy National Bank was moved to the Rosenberg Bank at 22nd and Market Streets. In 1956, a new building was constructed for the bank at 22nd and Market. In 1972, a ten story building was erected for the bank between 22nd, 23rd, Market and Mechanic Streets. American Indemnity Company was founded here in 1913 and occupied the building until 1958. After Hurricane Carla severely damaged its building in 1961, Ursuline Academy held classes here for several years. The bank has played an important role in Galveston's commercial history. George Ball, John H. Hutchings, John Sealy and George Sealy were influential in many industries including railroads, steamship lines, and the wharves. They were civic-minded men whose concern for the citizens of their city led them to establish and support hospitals, schools, and orphanages. "In 1985, George and Cynthia Mitchel began restoration of this landmark." [Review 879 of 2024 - 634 in Texas - 21908 overall]