Come and Take It

While its economic roots lie in the petrochemical industry, Texas City is home to one of the precious jewels of the Texas Gulf Coast. It serves as the hub of tourism in the city, drawing boaters, fishermen, and beachgoers to its man-made shores.

Before we begin… But first, out of all the historical Texans we’ve discussed on the show, which one do you think should have a giant statue dedicated to them, but doesn’t already have one?

• A good overview of the history of the Texas City Dike from the Texas City Library.
• Texas City Dike Marks 100th Anniversary a Few Months Late from the Associated Press via NBC 5 DFW.
• More Than $420K Improvements Planned for Texas City Dike
• Official Site for the Texas City Dike
• Bay Street Park