Sealy, Texas – The Town That Built More Than Mattresses
Sealy, Texas – The Town That Built More Than Mattresses. Founded in 1879, Sealy, Texas, emerged as a key stop along the Gulf, Colorado, and Santa Fe Railway. Named after George Sealy,…
Upper Gulf Coast
The Upper Gulf Coast region of Texas is known for its coastal beauty, vibrant communities, and rich maritime history. Mansfield Photography has visited several towns in this region, capturing the unique blend of shoreline landscapes, local culture, and historic charm. Here, we showcase all the towns we’ve explored along the Upper Gulf Coast.
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Freeport, Texas – From Port Town to Coastal Playground
Freeport, Texas – From Port Town to Coastal Playground. While it may not be as famous as some of Texas’s larger coastal cities, Freeport has a history and charm all its own,…
Hempstead, Texas – Sweet Spot of History and Watermelons
Hempstead, Texas – The Sweet Spot of History and Watermelons. Founded in 1856, Hempstead, Texas, sits at the crossroads of Texas history and agriculture. Named after Dr. G. S. B. Hempstead, the…
El Campo, Texas – From Prairie Camps to Modern Town
El Campo, Texas – From Prairie Camps to Modern Town. Founded in 1890, El Campo, Texas, emerged from humble beginnings as a campsite on open prairie land. The name “El Campo,” which…
Galveston, Texas – Beyond the Beaches
Galveston, Texas – Beyond the Beaches. Galveston might be more than your typical small Texas town, but its captivating blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty makes it a destination worth exploring,…
Bellville, Texas – A Small Town with a Big Story
Bellville, Texas – A Small Town with a Big Story. Located in the heart of Austin County, Bellville, Texas, may be small, but it boasts a fascinating history and a vibrant present…
Bay City, Texas – A Riverside Town with Stories to Tell
Bay City, Texas – A Riverside Town with Stories to Tell. In 1894, Bay City, Texas, was founded as the seat of Matagorda County, named for its location on Bay Prairie. The…
Wharton, Texas – A River Town with a Story to Share
Wharton, Texas – A River Town with a Story to Share. Wharton, Texas, has roots that go back to 1846, when it was officially founded on land near the Colorado River. Named…
Weimar, Texas – Tracks, Towers, and Texas Tradition
Weimar, Texas – Tracks, Towers, and Texas Tradition. In the early 1870s, much of Central Texas remained a patchwork of scattered homesteads and dusty trails. Transportation was difficult, trade was limited, and…
Columbus, Texas – The Town That Helped Shape Texas
Columbus, Texas – The Town That Helped Shape Texas. Columbus is a town where the Old West once looked east toward civilization, and where a cattle trail could end at a velvet…
