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Worth the stop.

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

Dallas

In 1841, John Neely Bryan laid claim to the Dallas area and built a single log cabin. He envisioned a commerce center that capitalized on the expanse of land and…

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Cities

Cities in Dallas County

Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Irving

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

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Farmers Branch

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

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Cedar Hill

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

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Lancaster

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

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Garland

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

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Stop when something catches your eye.

Those moments tend to matter more than the planned ones.

Duncanville

First known as Duncan Switch, the city was established when the Chicago, Texas and Mexican…

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Stay a little longer.

Rushing through a place rarely does it justice.

Addison

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

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Grand Prairie

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

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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
Winter Wonderland
Grand Prairie
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