Waco is a town with rich history. We’ve had some amazing, nationally-renowned offerings birthed in the homes and offices of our fair city. This little quiz will test your knowledge about Waco – and it will give you some fun trivia for your next dinner party!
What nationally famous soft drink was invented at Waco’s Old Corner Drugstore by a pharmacist named Dr. Charles Alderton?
Who is the famous comedic actor born and raised in Waco? Here’s a hint: He is a “wild and crazy guy!”
Besides being the home of Baylor University, what other famous Texas college was located in Waco, but later moved?
What major Air Force base was home in Waco?
What was one of the state’s most devastating natural disasters to occur in Waco in 1953?
Though Waco will always be associated with Baylor University, what Texas town was its original home?
Answers on next page…
What nationally famous soft drink was invented at Waco’s Old Corner Drugstore by a pharmacist named Dr. Charles Alderton?
Dr Pepper: Dr Pepper was created by Dr. Alderton in Waco, Texas in 1885. He wanted to create a soda that “tasted like the drugstore smelled.” He created Dr Pepper using cane sugar. Only few bottlers in the US use pure cane sugar.
Who is the famous comedic actor born and raised in Waco? Here’s a hint: He is a “wild and crazy guy!”
Steve Martin: That’s right, Steve Martin was born and raised right here in Waco. Many folks may even remember that he delivered the paper for the Waco Tribune-Herald.
Besides being the home of Baylor University, what other famous Texas college was located in Waco, but later moved?
Texas Christian University (TCU): TCU was originally founded in Fort Worth in 1869, moved to Thorp Spring in 1974 and to Waco in 1895. It moved back to Fort Worth in 1911 after a fire destroyed the Old Main building.
What major Air Force base was home in Waco?
The James C. Connally Air Force Base: It was located just north of Waco, in what is now Texas State Technical College.
What was one of the state’s most devastating natural disasters to occur in Waco in 1953?
Tornado: In 1953 a tornado destroyed most of downtown Waco killing 114 people.
Though Waco will always be associated with Baylor University, what Texas town was its original home?
Independence: Baylor was actually founded in Independence, Texas in 1845 and moved to Waco in 1886.