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Where is Salado located and what is its history?
- Located on the bank of Salado Creek, fed by both fresh and mineral water springs, on the site of a Comanches campground and the Tonkawa village, Salado was organized as a town in 1859 and quickly became an oasis of culture on the rough frontier.
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What institutions were established in Salado?
- Salado College was established in 1860, as well as the first Grange in Texas, the Institute for the Humanities at Salado and the first bridge in Texas.
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What is Salado like today?
- Today, Salado is a charming village that many artists call home, full of beautiful historic buildings, restaurants, galleries, breweries, and wineries.
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What are some notable places in Salado?
- Stagecoach Inn is located in the oldest house in Salado and 1866 Barton House is today an upscale restaurant.
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What cultural attractions are in Salado?
- Salado Sculpture Garden houses many artworks of local artists.
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