Experience the vibrant culture and history of Deep Ellum, the arts and entertainment district located in east Dallas. Starting as a hub for blues music in the 1920s, Deep Ellum has transformed into a bustling nightlife setting, featuring a punk rock scene in the 1980s and now offering a lively arts and entertainment experience for all. As one of the first commercial districts in Dallas for African-Americans and European immigrants, Deep Ellum has a rich history and is a significant cultural landmark. Deep Ellum boasts a diverse community of over 400 companies, from independent businesses, mom-and-pop shops, and start-ups to nationally recognized brands. It's truly a must-visit for anyone looking to soak up Dallas's unique and lively spirit.
The Texas Trees Foundation aims to create a sustainable and green future for North Texas. They use research-based plans to educate and engage the public about the social, economic, environmental, and health benefits of trees and urban forestry, ultimately improving the region's quality. It is a community comprised of beautiful, well-maintained parks, shady tree-lined streets and boulevards, hiking, biking, and nature trails, and other outdoor amenities which combine to form a living and working environment that enhances the value of its commercial areas and its neighborhoods, and nurtures the health, safety, and quality of life of all its citizens; a community in which its citizens actively participate in building and sustaining its urban forest.