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Hico, Texas

There’s something about the small Texas towns, secluded out in the country. They are all a little different but all a little the same at the same time.

Hico is situated in the Hill Country of the Texas landscape. It’s exactly as it sounds and no, Texas is not 100% flat, at least not everywhere. The Hill Country has to be my favorite part of Texas so far. It’s gorgeous, relaxing and so comfortable.

I recently went to Hico for the Texas Steak Cookoff and I think I took as many pictures of the buildings in town as I did the cookoff. I felt that not sharing some of these shots with you would be a waste. The town is so beautiful. Small shops, paintings on the side of the buildings that were probably first put there 50+ years ago (I could be wrong). There is history and character in this little town that claims fame to Billy the Kid. It leaves a lot to the imagination.

Originally founded in 1883, mostly known for the cattle and cotton market.

Today, Hico is more known for ranching and tourism.

I love the bricks, the stars and those diamond windows.

A small shop in the center of town.

I love the paintings on the bricks throughout town. Vintage.

Look at that bench… It’s calling you to come sit down and just soak it all in!

I loved these buildings!

The front of the buildings remind me of the shots from those old videos, almost like the building is just being held up by a frame in the back, as if it’s not really there.

Although the town is beautiful, this Koffee Kup Kafe has been very controversial area in town. Allegedly once owned by a leader of the KKK. For that, I will just take people’s word that it’s delicious.

C.L. Lynch Hardware

If you love antiques, wood furniture, the knitty gritty, head on over to Hico. I’m sure you will find something you like in one of their shops.

I wish I could see what this town was like a hundred years ago.

Hico claims to be home to Billy the Kidd.

Come on back now ya’hear!

Main Street, Ft. Worth Arts Festival

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Every April, you can anticipate going to the Fort Worth Main Street Arts Festival. Don’t be surprised, but you will not be the only one attending this event. Artists come from all over the country to display some of their work and its fascinating. Jewelry, paintings, photographs, metal sculptures and live performers will all be found throughout the area. You will also find local booths promoting various Fort Worth organizations. There is definitely something for everyone.

The festival is free – and there is plenty of free parking in the area so it makes for great afternoon entertainment. Mid-April in Fort Worth is just the kind of weather you are looking for to be able to get out and check out some great creativity (70’s and sunny!). Bring your kids (there was a children’s entertainment stage) but not your pets (they are not permitted). The booths are centrally located on Main Street, everything is one central location so it makes it easy not to get lost and to stay in the general mix of things. Do expect there to be a lot of people. The only downside was we found ourselves walking more on the sidewalks out of people’s way (so we wouldn’t be popped by strollers, even though we did) – it made it a little difficult to try to get to some of the booths. This should be expected for an event like this, just an FYI.

Food and beverages are available however you will need tickets to purchase. There was a wide array of options, including alcoholic beverages. Ticket booths can be found throughout the area.

Here are a few photos that I took from yesterday’s event so you can try to get a feel of what to look forward to next year.

One end of the street you will find yourself facing the Tarrant County Courthouse.

The heads move on all these guys! The kids were loving it (and me too)!

I think this guy was a Mousetrap fan as a child.

Children’s Stage.

Tarrant County Convention Center behind one of the stages at the end of the street.

Main Stage
(You can also check out free, live performances in Bass Hall.)

I LOVE trucks and I absolutely LOVED this photo. Gorgeous!

Check out these leather binded, handcrafted books. (Jourals and photo albums.) I tried to get myself one but they were out of the small ones. Beautiful! (And very popular!)

Chimes.

One of the live entertainers. The hole in his instrument is his tip jar.

This was completely woven. I can’t imagine how long it took to make these. Beautiful, vibrant colors.

Don’t leave without getting a free hug! It was a great one!

**I tried to include links to artists pages when I could grab a card to take. If you find yourself listed on this page and would like me to include a link to your personal site, please let me know!**

Art In the Square, Southlake, Texas