Austin History
Austin has changed, a lot. Much of the history of Austin has been paved over in the name of progress. But for all that Austin has changed, there remains some remnant of the way things were. This section of Austin Explorer highlights historical sites in Austin. Not museums, but relics and ruins that might not have been fully preserved for posterity. These ruins provide two benefits. First, they usually require that the visitor get out outdoors and walk or bike around to see them. Secondly, they provide interesting backdrops for some of the lesser known stories of Austin's history
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Coxville Zoo
How did a roadside attraction at a gas station almost become Austin's official zoo? Moonlight Towers
Austin's first effort at street lighting brought concerns for local residents. Today it's one of the only lighting systems of its kind anywhere in the world. Lime Kilns
These industrial furnaces provided the building materials needed to settle the hillcountry and leave a lasting impression in stone.
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