Heritage Crossing

Landmark Museum viewed from north

Heritage Crossing is four quadrants of land at the intersection of Sixth and Walnut Streets in Downtown Garland. The southwest quadrant contains the Landmark Museum located in Garland’s 1901 Santa Fe Depot, a refurbished 1910 Pullman Coach Car and the 19th Century Tinsley-Lyles House.

The remaining three quadrants contain walking paths with markers describing Garland’s history. Heritage Crossing is a significant representation of the importance of history and heritage to the City of Garland.

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Garland History

Photo of Main Street looking east. Banners welcoming Roy Rogers and Smiley Burnett can be seen. Click to go to an information page concerning Garland’s history.

Landmark Museum

Landmark Museum tile pic

Historic Attractions

Historic Attractions tile pic

Landmark Society

Landmark Society tile pic

Tours & Field Trips

Alpha Carter School

Youth Program

Youth Program Page

Contact Us

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    Mailing Address
    P.O. Box 469002
    Garland, TX 75046


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Holiday Scavenger Hunt Nov-Dec 2021
Praise for the Cook exhibit
  1. Jan 30

  2. Happy Birthday B.H. Freeman Elementary

    On this day in 1949 B.H. Freeman Elementary, Garland's second elementary, opened.
  1. Mar 1

  2. Home mail delivery began today in 1944

    Home mail delivery began for Garland residents today in 1944 causing many homes to suddenly need house numbers to go with their streets.
  1. Mar 6

  2. President Cleveland appoints A.H. Garland, namesake of the city, Attorney General of the United States

  1. Apr 1

  2. City electric and water service began today in 1923

  1. Apr 3

  2. Fire razes Garland Hotel in 1932

    On this day in 1932 a fire razed the beautiful Garland Hotel on the north east corner of the square at present day Fifth and State Streets.
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  1. What is the museum’s address?
  2. When is the Landmark Museum open? And why is it not open more?
  3. How much is admission to the Landmark Museum?
  4. Do you do field trips for schools, seniors, scouts, or private tours?
  5. Can I go inside the Tinsley-Lyles House or the 1910 Pullman Coach Car? And when will they be open to the public?
  1. What is inside the museum?
  2. How can I learn more about Garland history?
  3. What does the Garland Landmark Society do and how can I join?
  4. How do I volunteer?
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