Texas Women’s University in Denton is home to the Texas First Ladies Historic Costume Collection, which consists of forty-two gowns owned and worn by First Ladies of Texas. Seventeen of the forty-two gowns are on display at one time, rotating throughout the year. Gowns in the collection date as far back as the 1800s through present day and include dresses worn by Laura Bush, First Lady of Texas and of the United States of America.
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Denton, TX 76204
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Barley and Board, Denton’s first brewpub, quickly caught our attention and that of the locals with their authentically styled pub and restaurant, located on the historic Downtown Square. Incorporating Denton’s history in the pub, their building’s brick walls from the 1925 Texas Building are proudly displayed, while the atmosphere is laced with rooted industrial era style in their reclaimed wood bars and tables, distressed leathers, and metal light fixtures. Their menu was created by Executive Chef Chad Kelley, former chef for Meddlesome Moth, which offers “New American Cuisine,” and an array of small and large plates reflecting the style and taste of the pub. With over 30 beers on tap, including in-house brews, as well as crafted cocktails and wines, there is always something new to satisfy your craving for adventure. Read more…
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Denton – Denton Firefighter’s Museum
Hosting a curated collection of memorabilia from the 1800s to modern day, the Denton Firefighters’ Museum takes visitors on a journey, honoring the brave firefighters of the past and present. Located inside the lobby of the historic Central Fire Station, the Denton Firefighters Museum features historic collectibles including a hose cart from the 1800s, equipment from a 1935 ladder truck, fire extinguishers, fire grenades, helmets, uniforms and Denton fire report logs dating back to the 1920s. The museum is also home to five life-like mannequins displaying firefighter gear through the decades, allowing visitors to step back in time and experience the evolution of firefighting over the last 150 years. The museum is FREE to visit, open weekdays from 8am – 5pm. Guided tours and group tours are also available upon request. Stop by today to try on a uniform and take a step back in time—into the life of a firefighter. For more information click here or call 940.349.8840 to set up a tour. Read more…
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Exploring the city of Denton just got a lot more fun with the help of Kwest, a digital scavenger hunt app. Using your smart phone as a guide, Kwest shows you the hidden treasures of Denton through riddles, puzzles, mini-games, and even augmented reality. Kwest Denton usually lasts about an hour, making it a fun activity for friends, family, or even for a unique date night! Kwest is available for download in the Apple iTunes Store. Next time you are looking for a fun Denton challenge, grab some friends and get to the starting line (hint: for the Denton Kwest, the starting line is located at the south side entrance of the court house on the Square!) and start exploring! Read more…
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Denton – Historical Park of Denton County
This vibrant park in Denton is home… Read more…
