Authentic Texas Issue 30

The Preservation Issue takes readers on a journey through the efforts to safeguard Texas’ storied past and ensure its legacy for future generations. Issue 30 highlights the remarkable work of Dale Sellers and Phoenix 1, whose skilled craftsmanship has restored some of the state’s most treasured architectural landmarks. In Houston’s historic Third Ward, Project Row Houses emerges as a shining example of art-driven community revitalization, blending creativity with preservation to breathe new life into a once-neglected neighborhood. The issue also explores the world of Living Historians, dedicated individuals who bring history to life by recreating the sights, sounds, and traditions of Texas’ bygone eras.

Beyond these inspiring stories, readers will find features on the ongoing restoration of the Battleship Texas in Galveston, the revitalization of Downtown Bryan, and artist Calina Mishay’s use of vibrant murals in preserving small-town heritage while fostering local pride. Each article celebrates the passion, innovation, and dedication of those committed to protecting Texas’ history and culture. Richly detailed and beautifully told, this issue is a tribute to the people and projects that ensure the past remains a living, breathing part of Texas’ future.