Related Links:   The Texas Longhorn Breeders Association of America (TLBAA) was founded in 1964 by longhorn ranchers to create a registry for the Texas Longhorn Breed. It's purpose is to protect the unique heritage of the Texas Longhorn, to preserve the purity of the breed, and to promote Texas Longhorns as a distinct breed while encouraging its future through promotion, education and research. The TLBAA sponsors longhorn cattle auctions and shows, including the TLBAA World Show each June in Fort Worth. For more information, go to their website at: www.tlbaa.org The historic Fort Worth Stockyards takes the visitor back in time to when cattle was king in Texas. One can walk through the former cattle barns, the auction arena, and the oldest indoor rodeo in the world. The Stockyards also has some of the best shopping and dining in town. The highlight, however, is the daily cattle drives down the street, complete with authentic cowboys and longhorn cattle. For more information, go to their website at: www.fortworthstockyards.org For over 125 years, the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association have assisted Texas ranchers in sharing knowledge, protecting the herds, and promoting the cattle industry in the legislature. For more information, go to their website at: www.texascattleraisers.org The Handbook of Texas is an invaluable reference source for all things Texas. For their take on the history of Texas Longhorn cattle, go to their website: www.tsha.utexas.edu/handbook/online/articles/view/LL/atl2.html By 1927, Texas Longhorn cattle were almost extinct. The United States government gathered up a small herd of classic longhorns from various ranches who had tried to preserve the historic old breed. Placed on federal land at Oklahoma's Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, longhorn cattle were saved from extinction. A longhorn herd is still maintained today, known for their WR brand. For more information, go to their website at: http://wichitamountains.fws.gov/longhorn.html The Alamo, San Antonio, Texas: Visit the mission that became a shrine. Located in downtown San Antonio, the Alamo tells the story of almost 200 Texians who lost their lives in defense of liberty. www.thealamo.org Alamo Village, Bracketville, Texas: John Wayne filmed his epic movie The Alamo on Happy Shahan’s ranch outside of Bracketville, Texas in 1959. Today, the movie set that has hosted dozens of other movies and television shows is open to the public. The set contains an old west town in addition to the Alamo set. www.alamovillage.com Texas State History Museum, Austin, Texas: The Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum is the place to go in Texas to learn about the exciting history of the state. Included in the permanent exhibits is the story of the Alamo and the Texas Longhorns. www.thestoryoftexas.com Fort Worth Longhorn Herd, Fort Worth, Texas: Located in the historic Stockyards, the Fort Worth Herd represent the finest examples of Texas Longhorn steers. Twice each day, the herd is driven through the streets of the Stockyards by authentic cowboys. www.fortworthherd.com The Texas Longhorn Breeders Association of America World Show, Will Rogers Complex, Fort Worth Texas: Held the first Weekend of June each year is the World Show for Texas Longhorn cattle. Breeders from around the world bring the finest of the breed to win the title of World Champion. The highlight of the World Show is the Steer Show, held on Friday evening. Dozens of big horned steers are herded into the arena, creating quite a spectacle. www.tlbaa.org