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Continue reading →: We Have Rebranded! Welcome to Heritage Backroads!We’re David and Nancy Keaton, explorers with a deep appreciation for the stories sewn into the fabric of small towns and rural communities. We began with a simple idea: to slow down, take the scenic route, and discover the rich history that lies just beyond the main highways. Through Heritage Backroads,…
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Continue reading →: Walk Back in Time at the Waco Mammoth National MonumentSixty-five thousand years ago is a quite a bit older than we usually write about, but the Waco Mammoth National Monument is such an unusual part of the story of the Waco, Texas area that we can’t help but share it. In 1978, two young men were walking in a creek looking…
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Continue reading →: Experience the Old West at the Legendary Boot Hill Museum in Dodge City, KansasWho doesn’t like a good gunfight followed by a hearty meal and an entertaining variety show? If that sounds like your idea of a good time, get along down to the Boot Hill Museum in Dodge City, Kansas. Disclosure: Visit Dodge City hosted our visit to the Boot Hill Museum. As always, all opinions…
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Continue reading →: Tour the Lavish Moody Mansion in Galveston, TexasYou can’t miss it. It practically shouts out to you as you drive by. It’s a thing of beauty that can’t be ignored. It is the Moody Mansion in Galveston, TX. Moody is a name you will see all over Galveston. They have been a strong, influential family for over 150 years.…
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Continue reading →: Guarding the Prairie – Fort Hays, KansasSitting on an expansive prairie with gorgeous views for miles, Fort Hays was active from 1867 until 1889 and was populated at times between 17 and 560 soldiers. Well-known characters such as Wild Bill Hickock, Buffalo Bill Cody, and Custer all passed through the area, built on a major transportation…
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Continue reading →: Telephone History, a Historic Carousel, and Pioneer Life at the Heritage Center of Dickinson County, KansasOften when you visit a museum, it focuses mainly on that specific town or county. While it does have local artifacts, the Heritage Center in Dickinson County, Kansas features so much more. With its three focused museum areas, indoors as well as outdoors, there is so much to explore and learn. The…
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Continue reading →: Enjoy the Rattlesnake Roundup in Oglesby, TexasRaise your hand if you’re not fond of snakes. I saw the advertisement on Facebook for the Oglesby Lion’s Club Rattlesnake Roundup for a couple of weeks before I mentioned it to David because, well, snakes… Finally, a day or two before it, I told him about it and he was very…
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Continue reading →: Relive Your School Days at the Kansas Teachers’ Hall of Fame in Dodge City, KansasWhile Boot Hill Museum in Dodge City, Kansas rightfully receives a lot of wonderful attention, it’s also right next to a hidden gem – The Kansas Teachers’ Hall of Fame and Gunfighter Wax Museum. They are small and located in a rather nondescript building that you could easily drive by, thinking…
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Continue reading →: Cowboy Capital of the World – Bandera, TexasWhat does it take to call yourself the Cowboy Capital of the World? We’ve heard the claim before, but what exactly does that mean? Sometimes it can mean different things. In the case of Bandera, Texas, this means that not only was it once a staging area for cattle drives,…
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Continue reading →: Life and Punishment at Fort Martin Scott, Fredericksburg, TexasOne of the most horrible, uncomfortable buildings that I can imagine having to live in, is in Fredericksburg, Texas. I’m sure this is a big surprise, as most people love the town, known for its history, fun shopping, and amazing food. But as you blaze down the highway directly into…
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We’re David and Nancy Keaton
We’re David and Nancy Keaton, explorers with a deep appreciation for the stories sewn into the fabric of small towns and rural communities. We began with a simple idea: to slow down, take the scenic route, and discover the rich history that lies just beyond the main highways.
Through Heritage Backroads, we aim to share our passion for heritage travel,
immersing ourselves in the culture, architecture, and traditions that define each special community. From historic courthouses and quaint main streets to local festivals and mom-and-pop diners, we believe that every backroad leads to a story worth telling.
Whether you’re a fellow traveler, a history enthusiast, or someone who cherishes the
charm of small-town life, we invite you to join us as we explore the heritage and history that enriches our lives and connects us all.
So, hop in and take a ride down the backroads with us and discover the stories worth saving.
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