TORIAN LOG CABIN is a well-preserved log cabin listed as a historic building and located in Liberty…read morePark, across the street from the Grapevine City Hall. During our visit, the log cabin was decorated for Christmas... along with the rest of Liberty Park... along with the rest of Historic Grapevine! There is an audio recording describing the building. It is free to view. Definitely a must-stop.

Amazingly, this cabin was lived in until the 1940's, after being built in the estimated year of…read more1845. Props to the city of Grapevine for preserving this gem of its past, and displaying it proudly right on Main Street. It is an astonishing piece of living history!

Nice log cabin showcasing the history of log cabins in Dallas I guess. Check it out bro!read more

Surrounded by much more modern buildings and standing in a small fountain/park area, this log cabin…read moreis definitely anachronistic. The marker helps to explain the context. It reads, "Most colonists first settled in this "Three Forks" area of the Trinity River as members of the Peters Colony after 1841. Immigrants from such states as Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee brought with them a tradition of building log shelters. "Land title was granted to settlers who worked at least 15 acres and built "a good and comfortable cabin upon it." This region was abundant in oak, juniper (popularly called cedar), walnut, ash, bois d'arc, and elm trees, which furnished sturdy building timbers. "John Neely Bryan, a colonist from Tennessee, arrived near this site in late 1841 and built a log cabin in 1842. The area's first school and church was built of logs at Farmer's Branch (12 mi. NW) in 1845. J. W. Smith and J. M. Patterson brought goods from Shreveport (184 mi. E) in 1846 for resale at their log store in Dallas. "Milled lumber appeared in Dallas buildings by 1849, and bricks were available by 1860. That year a fire destroyed most of the town's original log cabins. "The nearby cabin was built of cedar logs before 1850, possibly by Kentuckian Gideon Pemberton. It was moved from its original site (7.5 mi. E) in 1926 and rebuilt at several locations, including Bryan's designated courthouse site (1 blk. SW) in 1936, and this block in 1971." It is marker 6775 and it was erected in 1986 by the Texas Historical Commission. Check out the marker and the log cabin when you're in downtown Dallas. [Review 766 of 2024 - 524 in Texas - 21797 overall]

Not a must see but it's a cool cabin. I enjoy looking at the old style buildings and to envision…read morehow they were built and the people who lived in them. The architecture is interesting because of the limited tools they had back then. Mostly sweat equity. And teamwork. There is a water feature nearby which is relaxing to sit and watch. Short walk from Dealey Plaza.

Not much to it, but it's a cute cabin in Downtown Dallas. You can't go inside or anything, so, we…read moredidn't spend much time looking at it. Definitely not something to gawk at for hours, but a cool piece of architecture.

One of the nicer sub-cities of Dallas, depending on the part. Among other attractions,, there's…read moregoat yoga and some fairly good restaurants.

I love this city. I…read morelove that there is *real* diversity. Within a mile of my house I can get Korean, Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese, North African, Indian, Russian, Persian, Arabic groceries and restaurant meals. I am sure I am forgetting many right now. The wife and I love it so much we bought our first-and-only house here. How's that for a recommendation?

A beautiful dedication to a world-renowned leader of social change. Here you can view facts and…read morequotes by, and about, Mahatma Ghandi. This Plaza--located at one end of Thomas Jefferson Park-- is a hub of Indian Independence & Republic Day celebrations. Cricket is played in the evenings nearby and many families enjoy evening walks. This plaza is a gathering place where elders, aunties, and uncles come to be together and chat about anything and everything (aka gossip central;)). I was very moved, and am still moved, the first--and every time--I visit(ed) this plaza. While many will tell of some controversial and complex tales of this world leader, he left his mark on humanity and inspired us to consider alternative ways of pursuing change. This plaza is needed, educational, and inspiring! I feel proud and lucky to have such a dedication to such an important person in our home community of Irving, Texas and eager to share it with many history- and peace-loving friends and family:) We have enjoyed many happy returns to this plaza since moving to Irving!

This is an easy to miss attraction because it's tucked in the middle of a housing complex that…read morehappens to have a park. It's an impressive statue and does a nice job of multiculturalism without being to attention seeking.

I didn't think I would enjoy my wife's recommendation, but I thought I'd give it a shot…read more The "Grassy Knoll" is not an official name- it only entered the public lexicon after a reporter used it during coverage of the assassination of the original 50 Cent. But, because the adjacent Dealey Plaza was rightfully designated a historic landmark, this unassuming sloped green space has historical weight and has remained untouched. It really is nice that there's no Bubba Gump next door, or people selling bubble wands from carts. There are two X's in the road if you want to get a good shot.

There are a few phrases that are seared into the American zeitgeist. Words that simply roll…read moretogether and everyone has heard them. Along with "Three Mile Island" and "The Bermuda Triangle" and "Area 51" and "Ground Zero," you can include "The Grassy Knoll" in the list and while some millennials might not know what it means, they've heard the words from their elders. For us, it instantly conjures up an era like a cultural code word. This is the spot where the world lurched on November 22, 1963. Where Abraham Zapruder famously stood with his 8mm color camera to film President John F. Kennedy driving past in an open top limousine. You can stand here in the same exact spot where he did, you can picture that car going past, see the trees and hear the shots ring out in Dealey Plaza. The pink dress, the jumping Secret Service agents and the car accelerating under the railroad bridge heading to Parkland Memorial Hospital. You don't have to pay to visit the Sixth Floor Museum, though I do recommend it. The Grassy Knoll is open 24 hours. Stand here and remember. [Review 396 of 2026 - 710 in Texas - 25579 overall]

This was an all too often overlooked location of the Garland Library system. I know because I have…read morepersonally.driven past it several times and never noticed it. This past Saturday was different though, it turned into my destination for a writing class. The writing class I attended was just one of the many great programs this library offers. They pretty much keep a full calendar of offerings to the local community. The meeting/class rooms are newly remodeled and perfect for such events. Karla, and the rest of the library staff are super helpful and just add to the pleasantness of the whole experience here!

A very small library in a strip mall that has lots of open space and seating for patrons. Since…read moreit's in a mall, there's lots of parking spaces and it's near a variety of shops. It's bright and clean inside and the staff seem friendly and helpful. There's also a good selection of books including some in Spanish, Chinese, and Vietnamese. They also have great displays of books with rotating themes.

As soon as I stepped foot on the hallowed ground, I could feel the sacredness of the…read morememorial/cemetery. In reading the different plaques, I experienced a kindship with those who have journeyed so far. Please visit to pay respect to those who worked hard to earn their rightful place in society.

Beautiful memorial to those who sacrificed their lives so that we might live! Also honoring those…read morewho fought to save this land so that a powerful legacy still exists today. Do the research on the rest of the story!