State Name
Texas

Year Admitted into the United States
December 29, 1845 (28th state)

State Motto
“Friendship”

Capital City
Austin

State Nickname
The Lone Star State

State Known For
Oil production, BBQ, live music, and space exploration

Things to Do in the State

  • Visit the Alamo in San Antonio
  • Explore Big Bend National Park
  • Tour the Space Center in Houston
  • Enjoy live music on 6th Street in Austin
  • Relax on the beaches of South Padre Island

Major Cities
Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Fort Worth

State Bird
Northern Mockingbird

State Flower
Bluebonnet

Famous Landmarks

  • The Alamo
  • Palo Duro Canyon
  • Cadillac Ranch

Population
Approximately 30 million (2023 estimate)

Climate
Varies from arid in the west to humid subtropical in the east

Economy Highlights
Energy, technology, agriculture, aerospace, and tourism

Unique Foods
Tex-Mex cuisine, brisket, kolaches, and chicken-fried steak

Interesting Facts

  • Texas is the second-largest state in both area and population.
  • It was an independent republic from 1836 to 1845.

Official Website
https://www.texas.gov