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Continue reading →: Caldwell, Kansas – Small Town, Tremendous HistoryCaldwell, Kansas. Population 1025. Quiet, mostly empty, a lot of abandoned buildings. If we hadn’t stopped for a moment, we would never have found out about the rough and rowdy major historical significance of this tiny town. Caldwell is known as the “Border Queen”. It’s the first town coming into…
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Continue reading →: Mosey Along the Gunsmoke Trail in KansasThe TV show Gunsmoke was on from 1955 to 1975. It was set in 1870s Dodge City, Kansas. Several other Kansas towns had a “role” in the show, as they were mentioned from time to time. While none of the TV shows were actually filmed in Dodge City or any other Kansas…
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Continue reading →: There’s No Place Like Home: Relive Your Childhood at Dorothy’s House & the Land of Oz in Liberal, KansasHow many of us grew up watching the The Wizard of Oz? I remember being maybe three or four years old and sitting on my dad’s lap watching it. Every time that mean old witch would come on, I’d run into the bedroom and slam the door and hide. “Tell me…
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Continue reading →: Discover the World War II POW Camp in Hearne, TexasDid you know that Texas had more World War II POW camps than any other state? Remnants of one of the camps – Camp Hearne WWII Historic Site and Exhibit – can be found in the town of Hearne. In May of 1943, the Afrika Korps surrendered. Over 50,000 men were sent…
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Continue reading →: Travel 113 Million Years Into the Past at Dinosaur Valley State Park, Glen Rose, TexasSome of us never outgrew our fascination with dinosaurs. So, if we get a chance to see real dinosaur tracks, we don’t pass it by! Just outside the town of Glen Rose, Texas, at Dinosaur Valley State Park, is a collection of the most amazing set of dinosaur tracks you can…
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Continue reading →: Make a Stop in West “Comma” Texas
Not to be confused with the western part of Texas, the TOWN of West, Texas (see the comma?) is located at Exit 353, about an hour south of Dallas on I-35. Residents enjoy the fun of their name confusion as well, advertising various community events with names such as, “Comma…
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Continue reading →: Finding Wellness in Mineral Wells, TexasYou do have to love the simplistic way that places were named years ago. Mineral Wells, Texas, got its name simply from the many wells drilled in the area where the water contains minerals. One of the major minerals is lithium. Its reputation as a place to get healthy started…
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Continue reading →: Gatesville, Texas Will Surprise You with These Six Places to Check OutFounded in 1854, this town of just over 16,000 is located at the intersection of Highway 36 and 84. It could be easy to breeze right through on your way to somewhere else, but this small town has some impressive claims to fame while offering a variety of activities. Coryell…
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Continue reading →: Three Fixer Upper Stops in Waco, TexasIt’s no secret that Chip and Joanna Gaines have transformed Waco with their skills and talents. It is estimated that 35,000 visitors each week come to Waco to experience what they’ve seen on TV. Their work is impressive, and it really is worth a stop in Waco to see the…
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Continue reading →: Learn History, Watch a Movie, Take a Class, Play Bingo in Clifton, TexasClifton, Texas. Population 3465 in 2020. You may wonder what there can possibly be to do in such a tiny town. But we can assure you, it’s worth the stop. It’s one of our favorite places to go. Bosque Museum – 301 S Ave Q., Clifton TX 76634 The collection was…
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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.
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