Beyond the Bytes, April 29, 2016

April 29, 2016

recently added Collections …

The Palacios Library
Twenty women organized the Palacios Library on June 15, 1910. At the end of the year, the library had 104 members, 325 books, and $150 in the treasury. The library was originally housed in a narrow framed building, which was once the town box ball alley. Through the generous support of the Tocker Foundation, the Palacios Library has now digitized and made available the Palacios Beacon, the community’s newspaper since 1907…. (more)

The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History was chartered in 1941 and began as the Fort Worth Children’s Museum. At that time the stated purpose of the museum was “The maintenance of a place where geological, biological, and zoological collections may be housed; to increase and diffuse a knowledge and appreciation of history, art, and science; to preserve objects of historic, artistic, and scientific interests; and to offer popular instruction and opportunities for aesthetic enjoyment.”
From the early days in which the museum was housed in two school rooms of De Zavala Elementary School to what is now a 166,000 square foot modern complex, the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History continues… (more)

Abilene Philharmonic
The Abilene Philharmonic has been enriching the cultural life of the “Big Country” in West Central Texas since 1950. Today, Music Director and Conductor David Itkin leads the orchestra in world class performances that draw audiences from more than 50 Texas cities. Its concert seasons include guest artists from the ranks of Van Cliburn competition winners and incredible programming such as the premiere of “Ansel Adams: America” by Dave and Chris Brubeck. The orchestra provides… (more)

Have you seen our new look?

The Portal to Texas History Beta
You’ve asked and we’ve listened. The new Portal to Texas History’s beta site still has all the content you know and love, but it is now much more user friendly. Not to mention, it is now mobile friendly! As you browse you might be asked to provide feedback on it. Please take a moment and complete the survey if it pops up. (S ee the beta site here)

from the UNT Digital Library

World War Poster Collection

World War Poster Collection
From World War I French victory figures to grim views of the Nazi regime, these posters demonstrate the power of words and images. The collection is particularly strong in World War I French and American posters, and World War II American “home front” posters. War bonds, rationing, enlistment, security, and morale are… (more)