The latest exhibit at the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) titled "Extra! Extra! Eyes of the World on Texas" has opened in Austin. The exhibit, which focuses on significant events that captured national and international attention, is now on display at the Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library Building in downtown Austin and online.

According to the announcement, the exhibit showcases moments in history when Texas was in the spotlight for various reasons, both tragic and triumphant. As stated in the release, "Such events were often terrible and even catastrophic, but there were also historic accomplishments with far-reaching impact that changed lives forever."

Through artifacts, archival records, photographs, and publications from the State Archives' collections, "Extra! Extra! Eyes of the World on Texas" presents documentation about these significant events that were captured in the news. The exhibit aims to provide a deeper understanding of the past and its impact on current generations.

The exhibit features stories such as aid for Galvestonians affected by the 1900 hurricane, donations from schoolchildren after the New London school explosion, the development of a radar detection system following tornadoes in 1953, Houston's role in the moon landing, and the significance of the gusher at Spindletop in the oil and gas industry.

Visitors are encouraged to explore these events and more through the materials on display at the exhibit, which will run until November 17, 2024. The Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library Building in downtown Austin is open to the public on weekdays and select Saturdays, offering free admission to all.