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Grand Prairie History
Tall grasses sway in the breeze. A coyote rests beneath a thick layer of underbrush. And in the distance, a red-tailed hawk rides a thermal wave, its sharp eyes watchful for small prey. Such was the scene greeting early settlers to Grand Prairie... The City of Grand Prairie incorporated as a city in 1909, founded by Alexander McRae Dechman.... [READ MORE]
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Centennial Events/Calendar
• Visit the Calendar page for a list of 2009 "Celebrating a Century" events.
• Visit the Centennialize Your Event page to submit your event to be added to the
Web calendar.
• View 2009 city calendar (no more hard copies available). This
centennial edition of the annual calendar features photos with historic significance
contributed by GP residents. |
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Photo Galleries
• Historic Grand Prairie — View slideshow of historic Grand Prairie photos.
• Celebrating a Century Festival — View slideshow of pictures from the city's
Celebrating a Century Festival at QuikTrip Ballpark on March 28. |
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Centennial Tree Program
You or your company have a special one-of-a-kind opportunity to embrace Grand Prairie’s 100th birthday by participating in the Centennial Tree Program. Planting a tree that will last into the next Century is a grand tribute to celebrate this event. Further, you can commemorate a special moment in your life or of a loved one. This exclusive program is limited to the first 100 tree sponsors. [READ MORE] |
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Centennial History Book
The City of Grand Prairie Planning Division presents a historical summary of Grand Prairie’s first 100 years, based on the recorded minutes of City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission minutes. This "Centennial" book is accessible to the public for your information and downloading. The Communications and Marketing Department will be publishing a more comprehensive book in the future. |
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Historic Grand Prairie: An Illustrated History
The Grand Prairie Historic Organization's "Historic Grand Prairie" book, by Kathy Goolsby, is on sale for $35. In a beautiful illustrated format, the easy and entertaining read recaps the city's history from the 1840s to the 1950s. Lovely as a gift, coffee table book or in your private collection, Historic Grand Prairie is a must have for Grand Prairie old timers and new timers alike. [READ MORE] |
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In the News
View links to news articles, video footage and news releases relating to the City of Grand Prairie's year-long centennial celebration on the In the News page.
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Last updated: 6/11/2009 10:55:02 AM