CategoriesHistorical Figures

A civil rights meeting in a community center with diverse individuals discussing social justice issues, illuminated by sunlight.

Julian C. Dunn: Advocate for Civil Rights in Austin's History

Explore Julian C. Dunn's vital role in civil rights history in Austin.

7/1/2025•Ninfa Kiehn
Annie Webb Blanton teaching a classroom of young students in 19th-century Texas, surrounded by wooden desks and educational materials, with natural light streaming in.

Annie Webb Blanton: Pioneering Educator in Austin's Schools

Discover the impactful legacy of Annie Webb Blanton in Austin's schools.

7/1/2025•Ninfa Kiehn
A colorful display of native wildflowers in the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, with a wooden pathway and sunlight filtering through the trees.

Lady Bird Johnson: Environmental Advocate in Austin's Evolution

Explore Lady Bird Johnson's vital role in Austin's environmental evolution.

6/27/2025•Ninfa Kiehn
A historical depiction of Edward Burleson leading Texian soldiers in military attire during the Siege of Bexar, with a rustic fort in the background.

Edward Burleson: Military Leader and His Role in Austin's Rise

Explore Edward Burleson's pivotal role in shaping Austin's history.

6/27/2025•Ninfa Kiehn
A historical figure, Juan Seguín, stands in a Texas landscape holding a flag, dressed in 19th-century attire with a bright blue sky behind him.

Juan Seguín: A Hero of Texas and His Influence on Austin

Explore Juan Seguín's role in Texas history and his influence on Austin.

6/27/2025•Ninfa Kiehn
Mirabeau B. Lamar addressing a crowd of settlers in early Texas, surrounded by a rugged landscape and trees, with sunlight filtering through.

Mirabeau B. Lamar: President and His Impact on Austin's Growth

Exploring Mirabeau B. Lamar's presidency and his influence on Austin.

6/9/2025•Ninfa Kiehn
A scenic view of the Colorado River in Austin, Texas, with green parks and modern buildings under a sunset sky.

Stephen F. Austin: The Father of Texas and His Legacy in Austin

Explore Stephen F. Austin's contributions and enduring impact on Texas.

6/5/2025•Ninfa Kiehn