Dallas

A wealthy Texas oil family captured the imagination of the world on the unforgettable primetime television saga, Dallas.

The story of Dallas is a story of the 1980s. As it paralleled the values, economy and culture of the decade, the show left a lasting impact on the Texas identity at home and abroad. Sprawling ranches, pump jacks, glitzy dresses in daytime, and business suits with cowboy hats and boots came to define the state in the eyes of the nation. Worldwide, millions of viewers saw Dallas as representing how Americans, not just Texans, lived.

Dallas: Power & Passion on Primetime TV celebrated the 30^th anniversary of Dallas by spotlighting the show’s enduring legacy. Props, artifacts, scripts, television clips, and recreated environments from the program’s thirteen seasons offered a nostalgic look at the show and a fresh view of how one of the most popular programs in television history broke new ground and influenced millions of viewers' image of contemporary Texas.

Support for the Bullock Museum's exhibitions and education programs provided by the Texas State History Museum Foundation.