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Turn Basin Trail | Jefferson, TX

March 11, 2019 by E. Casa de Calvo

Art Installations (2018) by Sherry Owens & Art Shirer, Dallas, TX “The Forest Echoes with Laughter” – A suspended construction incorporating miles of wire and thousands of glass bits. “Oodles of Doodles” – Clay formations hanging from trees. Artwork by Jefferson Elementary School students. “Above and Beyond” – An elevated sightline in two directions using 900 pounds of river rocks.

Categories: Jefferson, Texas • Tags: art, basin, bayou, big cypress bayou, bigfoot, clay, cypress bayou, forest, hike, history, Jefferson, Jefferson Turn Basin, lagoon, nature, port, Port Jefferson, Sasquatch, sculptures, texas, trails, trees, turn basin trail, tx, water, wire, woods

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Downtown | Jefferson, TX

March 11, 2019 by E. Casa de Calvo

Categories: Jefferson, Texas • Tags: b & b, bayou, bed and breakfast, carriage, civil war, downtown, historic, horse, Jefferson, library, main street, marion county, mural, port, post office, pre-civil war, statues, texas, town, town square, tx

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Stockyards | Fort Worth, TX

March 11, 2019 by E. Casa de Calvo

Categories: Fort Worth, Texas • Tags: cattle, coliseum, downtown, Fort Worth, historic, Rodeo, stockyards, texas, tx

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Malaquite Beach | Corpus Christi, TX

December 28, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

One of my favorite beaches in the Corpus Christi area. It is a little off the beaten path, but there are showers, pavilions, and other amenities once you arrive. Well worth the drive!

Categories: Corpus Christi, Texas • Tags: beach, corpus christi, dunes, Malaquite Beach, ocean, sand dunes, seagulls, summer, texas, tx

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MKT Train Depot | Waxahachie, TX

April 27, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

The historic MKT Depot is located at 501 S. Rogers St. Waxahachie, TX 75165. Restoration was completed in 2010. Prior to that the depot was a stop on the Missouri-Kansas-Texas (MKT) rail line until 1964, primarily hauling cotton to local markets. Boyce Feed Store is located across the street from the depot. The feed store sells what you would expect (animal feed), but also has very cute shabby chic home decor and country ready clothing.

Categories: Texas, Waxahachie • Tags: country, farm, feed store, general store, historic, railroad, railroad crossing, southern charm, texas, train, train depot, Waxahachie

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Ellis County Courthouse | Waxahachie, TX

April 27, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

The Ellis County Courthouse is located at 109 S. Jackson St, Waxahachie, TX 75165. This historic structure has been fully restored and is operational. You’ll need to visit in person to see the amazing architectural details, such as the gargoyles, carved faces on the columns, and granite stone at the base. If you stop by during the day you can even take a free tour.

Categories: Texas, Waxahachie • Tags: architecture, buildings, courthouse, ellis county, historic, municipal, stone, texas, Waxahachie

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San Antonio Shoe Factory, Classic Autos | TX

February 10, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

San Antonio Shoe (SAS) Factory, 101 New Laredo Hwy, San Antonio, TX 78211. These photos were taken in 2010, so these cars may or may not still be located on site. SAS is a family owned shoe retailer. We stopped by for the old-timey cars!

Categories: San Antonio, Texas • Tags: automobiles, autos, cars, classic, historic, san antonio, san antonio shoe factory, SAS, texas, tx, vehicles

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Downtown | Waxahachie, TX

October 8, 2017 by E. Casa de Calvo

One of my favorite places to be! The people are nice, the stores are unique, and there is history at every turn. Each building has an original style and most are very well maintained. Anyone who loves antiquing should consider a visit.

Categories: Texas, Waxahachie • Tags: architecture, brick, buildings, christmas, city hall, historic, historical, main street, odd fellows, rogers hotel, street, structure, texas, town, town hall, tx, Waxahachie

Bishop Arts District | Dallas, TX

December 1, 2014 by E. Casa de Calvo

Located in Oak Cliff is an eclectic stretch of independent restaurants, coffee houses, and store fronts. This is a fun place to find something unique, or to just take a leisurely stroll. Parking is a bear, but worth the hassle. If you have space in your belly, give Emporium Pies a try… so delicious!

Categories: Dallas, Texas • Tags: art, bishop arts district, coffee, dallas, delicious, oak cliff, pies, restaurants, retail, small business, store, stroll, texas, unique, walk