Texas History
Browse our extensive Texas Reference Collection and resources on the history of Texas. Our Texas Reference Collection is searchable through the Corpus Christi Public Libraries online catalog.
This collection is not for loan, meaning the items cannot be borrowed or checked out. However, the collection is open for research in the Local History Department located on the second floor of La Retama Central Library.
NOTE: The Local History Department hours differ than the operating hours of La Retama Central Library. For updated information please contact us:
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» Humanities Texas - Archives
State affiliate of National Endowment for the Humanities, with digital archives to advance the heritage, culture, and education throughout the state.
» La Salle Archeology Projects
The Texas Historical Commission (THC) excavated two of Texas' most important archeological sites relating to the famous French explorer Robert Cavelier, Sieur de La Salle, who in 1684 led an ill-fated expedition to establish a French colony on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico.
» Portal to Texas History
A gateway to Texas history books, maps, photos and newspapers hosted by University of North Texas libraries.
» South Texas Archives
A division of the James C. Jernigan Library of Texas A&M University-Kingsville
» Texas Beyond History
A virtual museum of Texas' cultural heritage, UT.
» Texas Escapes
Learn about Texas history, ghost towns, tales, and great histories on Texas towns. Site provided by Texas Escapes.
» Texas Highways
Learn about Texas history through the Texas Highways Magazine. The site also includes information on events, travel and food.
» Texas Historic Sites
Sponsored by Texas Parks & Wildlife. Links to archaeological sites, historical houses and structures, etc.
» Texas Historic Sites Atlas
Sponsored by the Texas Historical Commission. The Atlas features more than 200,000 historic site records, including data on Texas Historical Markers and National Register of Historic Places properties in Texas. Includes a searchable database.
» Texas History Timeline
Timeline from 1500 - 1900 with links to other information.
» The Daughters of the Republic of Texas
Founded in 1891, the Daughters of The Republic of Texas is the oldest patriotic women’s organization in Texas and one of the oldest in the nation.
» The Handbook of Texas Online!
The Handbook of Texas is a digital state encyclopedia developed by the Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) that is freely accessible for students, teachers, scholars, and the general public.
» U.S. Mexican War (Local History)
An archive website provided by the City of Corpus Christi. The site has images and accounts on the Zachary Taylor encampment in Corpus Christi.
