For Teachers: Virtual Classroom

Below are articles and virtual exhibits that discuss various facets of life in Texarkana in historical context as well as presentations that will assist educators in teaching students how to identify and use primary resources found in the Texarkana Museums System’s research and archival collections.

I Didn’t Know That!

Texarkana was briefly home to a medical school, the Gate City Medical College. It was originally located on West Broad Street and remained in Texarkana until 1906.

Life 100 Years Ago: Etiquette

The rules of etiquette, or how to behave, were more strict in 1907 than they are today. Everything from calling cards to how to serve dinner was regulated. Click here for more...

Life 100 Years Ago: Wash Day

Before electrically powered washing machines became a common household appliance, most wash was done by hand. Click here to learn more about this chore...

Texarkana’s Melting Pot

This presentation discusses Texarkana’s multicultural past. Current feature: Italian immigrant A.L. Ghio and his family had a major impact on the development of early Texarkana.

History Sleuths: Using Primary Sources

Presentation that introduces student to primary sources and their use in uncovering the past. Example materials from the TMS Wilbur Smith Research Library and Archives

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