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Duncanville

First known as Duncan Switch, the city was established when the Chicago, Texas and Mexican Central Railroad Co. wanted to build a railroad from Dallas to Cleburne in 1881. The…

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Cities

Cities in Dallas County

Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Farmers Branch

Extensive advertising by the Texas Land and Emigration Co. in 1845-50 made this part of…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Dallas

In 1841, John Neely Bryan laid claim to the Dallas area and built a single…

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

Irving

Irving was established in 1902 by J.O. Schulze and Otis Brown as the site to…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Grand Prairie

Grand Prairie was established at the close of the Civil War on the Texas &…

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

Addison

Addison dates back to the Republic of Texas when it was settled as part of…

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Lancaster

For years, Lancaster (Lank-aster) was the second largest city in Dallas County. It still retains…

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Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Garland

Garland is a suburban city 15 miles northeast of Dallas that grew from a farming…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Cedar Hill

The second oldest community in Dallas County, Cedar Hill was founded on the Gulf, Colorado,…

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Events

Upcoming Events

Sep–Oct
5–16
The Pumpkin Patch @ Irving Mall
Irving
Sep
19
Monarch Butterfly Festival
Dallas
Sep
25–26
Country Day on the Hill
Cedar Hill
Oct
3
Tour for the Historic Florence Ranch Homestead
Mesquite
Oct
10
Car Show at the Brewery
Richardson
Nov
7
Christmas in the Branch Tree Lighting Ceremony
Farmers Branch
Nov
21
TRIAD FINANCIAL Historic Copeland Home Open House
Grand Prairie
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