The Bridge Street History Center

05/30/2026

🏡 Historic Home Saturday 🏡

The Baker-Carmichael House is one of Granbury’s architectural treasures. Built in 1905 by banker, businessman, and Texas legislator Jess Baker, this beautiful Queen Anne-style home remains a stunning reminder of Hood County’s rich heritage.

What is your favorite historic home in Granbury?

05/27/2026

Step back into the memories, stories, and spirit of old Granbury in this fascinating oral history interview with longtime resident Sissy Wilson. ❤️
Thank you to everyone who shares their memories with the Bridge Street History Center as we continue “Bringing Our History to Life.”

This video is an oral history interview conducted by the Bridge Str...

05/23/2026

What a wonderful day in Archer City! 📚🚌❤️

A heartfelt thank you to the director and staff (George and Cathy) at the Larry McMurtry Literary Center for the warm welcome and exceptional hospitality shown to our group. We were so grateful for the thoughtful tour, stories, insights, and the care you took in making our visit such a memorable experience.

From exploring the Literary Center and book warehouse to learning more about the legacy of Larry McMurtry and the history of Booked Up, the day was filled with discovery, conversation, and appreciation for Texas literary history.

And a special thank you to everyone who joined us on this journey. Your enthusiasm, curiosity, and support helped make this trip truly special.

We are delighted to share a few memories from our day in Archer City! 📖✨

05/18/2026

Today’s Granbury Square is a beautifully preserved historic district, but the original square of the 1870s looked very different. Dusty streets, muddy wagon traffic, wooden sidewalks, temporary structures, and buildings long gone tell the story of the real early Granbury.

Before Granbury’s Historic Square became the polished landmark we know today, it was a world of dirt streets, mud, wooden sidewalks, wagons, and vanished buildings. Explore the realities of early Granbury and Hood County history.

05/16/2026

More than a bank… it’s part of Granbury’s story.

Jake Caraway talks about the History of The First National Bank, Granbury, and more

05/13/2026

Grab your book loving friends, book club members or just yourself for a fun day trip! We leave at 8am and back around 5pm. Thursday, May 21st. $65.

Travel by deluxe coach from Granbury to Archer City . Tour the Larry McMurty Literary Center & Bookstore. Includes lunch. Limited Seating

05/12/2026

Congratulations to our Board Member Jake Caraway!

Congratulations to Mr. Jake Caraway of First National Bank of Granbury on receiving the 2026 50-Year Banker Award! We are honored to recognize his commendable dedication to a fifty-year banking career at the upcoming 141st Annual Convention in Dallas.

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05/11/2026

May 21st.
Catch a ride with us and let’s spend the day in Archer City at the Larry McMurtry Literary Center.
⬇️GET THE INFO & TICKETS⬇️
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-granbury-to-archer-city-a-literary-escape-tickets-1988035412435

A small North Texas town is preserving the legacy of author Larry McMurtry by transforming his former rare bookstore into a literary center. The space now ho...

05/08/2026

Join us for an all day road trip to the Larry McMurtry Literary Center on Thursday May 21. It’s thriving today! Luxury coach, presentation, lunch, book shopping and tour.
Get more details and tickets. Limited seating.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/from-granbury-to-archer-city-a-literary-escape-tickets-1988035412435

Great video by John Sorsby - Texas History & Outdoors

05/07/2026

New Blog Post:
Hero, outlaw, or misunderstood pioneer? Learn why Peter Garland remains one of the most debated figures in North Texas history.

Was Peter Garland a villain or a hero? Explore the controversial story of one of the most debated figures in the early history of Hood and Erath counties.