Markers in Time: Alico Building
Our Markers in Time series looks at the stories behind historic markers and sites in Waco! When it was finished, the Alico Building was the tallest building west of the Mississippi and south of the Mason-Dixon Line. For more, visit mywacotv.com #wacotexas #waco
Markers in Time: Alpha Theatre
The Alpha Theatre was the first theater owned and operated by African-Americans in Waco. For more, visit waco-texas.com
Markers in Time: Camp MacArthur
Our Markers in Time series looks at the stories behind historic markers in Waco! Camp MacArthur brought thousands of troops to Waco in 1917 to train for WWI. #wacotexas #waco #militaryhistory
Markers in Time: First Street Cemetery
Our Markers in Time series looks at the stories behind historic markers and sites in Waco! First Street Cemetery is the first cemetery in Waco. But when some of the graves had to be relocated, a shocking discovery was made. For more, visit mywacotv.com #wacotexas #waco
Markers in Time: Jacob de Cordova
Our Markers in Time series looks at the stories behind historic markers in Waco! Land developer Jacob de Cordova was instrumental in the formation of Waco. #wacotexas #waco
Markers in Time: Jesse Washington
Our Markers in Time series looks at the stories behind historic markers in Waco. The tragedy of Jesse Washington reverberated through the nation and helped start the civil rights movement. #wacotexas #waco
Markers in Time: Katy Park
Our Markers in Time series looks at the stories behind historic markers and sites in Waco! Finished in 1905, Katy Park was the hub for professional baseball in Waco for about 60 years. For more, visit mywacotv.com #wacotexas #waco
Markers in Time: Proctor Springs in Cameron Park
Our Markers in Time series looks at the stories behind historic markers in Waco! Proctor Springs was a watering hole for early settlers, and it became the heart of Cameron Park. For more, visit mywacotv.com #wacotexas #waco
Markers in Time: Suspension Bridge
Our Markers in Time series looks at the stories behind historic markers and places in Waco! The Waco Suspension Bridge helped establish Waco’s economic power. For more, visit mywacotv.com #wacotexas #waco
Markers in Time: Texas Rangers and the Fence Cutters
ur Markers in Time series looks at the stories behind historic markers and sites in Waco! For years, cattle herds were free to roam over the Texas open range. But that changed when farmers began to protect their property with barbed wire in the late 19th century. For more, visit mywacotv.com #wacotexas #waco
Markers in Time: The Jockey Club
In 1920, Woodrow “Buster” Anderson opened the Jockey Club Barbershop — the first Black-owned barbershop in Waco. It was originally located in the square around Waco City Hall. The barbershop was designated as a City of Waco Historic Landmark in 2023, and it continues to serve its community on Elm Avenue.
Markers in Time: Waco Hippodrome
Our Markers in Time series looks at the stories behind historic markers in Waco. The Waco Hippodrome has undergone many permutations since its opening in 1914. #wacotexas #waco