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 – 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…
