Dallas County Has a Local Historical Commission

The Dallas County Historical Commission (DCHC) is a local board that works to save and share the county's history. It has fifteen members picked by the Commissioners Court. Its job is to preserve, protect, and promote historic places and records across Dallas County.

If you want to put up a Texas state historical marker, the DCHC is your first stop. You must get DCHC approval before your application goes to the Texas Historical Commission for a final decision. This two-step process keeps the county involved in what gets recognized. Find the marker list and DCHC contact information at dallascounty.org.