Stories

Waco stories for walks, landmarks, and local context

Short, source-backed reads that explain what you are seeing while you move through the city.

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The Giant's Graveyard

A story about the prehistoric remains at the Waco Mammoth National Monument.

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The Giant Steps of Jacob's Ladder

A look at the historic staircase in Cameron Park.

1 min

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The Grand Stage

A look at the historic Waco Hippodrome Theatre and its evolution from vaudeville to live music.

1 min

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The Hidden Rooftop

The story of the Dichotomy Rooftop Mural.

1 min

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The Hidden Rooftop Gem

The story of the Dichotomy Rooftop Mural.

1 min

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The Italianate Dream

The story of East Terrace House and John Wesley Mann.

1 min

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The Italianate Dream

The story of East Terrace House.

1 min

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The Journey of the Old Church

The story of the Second Presbyterian Church, built in 1894, which was moved and restored to become a historical anchor at the Silos.

1 min

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The Legacy of William Cameron

A story about the dedication of Cameron Park and its scale.

1 min

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The Legend of Lover's Leap

The tragic legend behind the name of one of Cameron Park's most popular viewpoints.

1 min

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The Legend of Lover's Leap

A story about the legendary forbidden love that gave Lover's Leap in Cameron Park its name.

1 min

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The Most Beautiful Stadium

McLane Stadium's reputation and location.

1 min

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The Most Beautiful Stadium

The modern architectural achievement of McLane Stadium.

1 min

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The Neon Crown

The historic ALICO Building's neon sign.

1 min

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The Neon Crown of Waco

The history of the ALICO Building's iconic neon sign.

1 min

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The Poetic Sanctuary

The Armstrong Browning Library's dedication to Robert and Elizabeth Barrett Browning.

1 min

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The River's Edge

A story about the history and activities at Indian Spring Park.

1 min

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The Sanctuary of Lake Waco Wetlands

The purpose and wildlife of the Lake Waco Wetlands wildlife refuge.

1 min

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The Seals of the Hippodrome

A look at the eclectic history of the Waco Hippodrome Theatre, from vaudeville to live music.

1 min

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The Sky-High Silos

The story of the iconic grain silos transformed into a modern destination.

1 min

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The Skyscraper That Refused to Fall

The ALICO Building survived the 1953 tornado, becoming a beacon of hope and a command center for recovery efforts.

1 min

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The Spirit of Indian Spring Park

The historical significance of Indian Spring Park as an early settlement.

1 min

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The Street Artist Who Inspired Banksy Came to Waco

In 2018, Parisian stencil pioneer Blek Le Rat visited Waco to create six murals in the downtown Cultural District.

1 min

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The Studio Experience

Live music recordings at the Texas Music Cafe.

1 min
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