Visit your historic landmarks: There are apps for that

Preserving history is an important American tradition. Understanding the significance of a homestead, cemetery, courthouse or other location helps residents be more connected to their community. It also provides the context for many of the happenings in the region’s history. 

One task of the Hays County Historical Commission is to document those places in the county that meet the criteria for historical preservation. In most cases, the commission also works to have those locales put on the national historic registry.

Kate Johnson, president of the Hays County Historical Commission, lent us some ideas for the most prominent markers in the county. We also listed a few off the beaten path.