Ernst Kapp and the Extraordinary Community of Sisterdale

Texas Historical Commission marker for Sisterdale in Kendall County

History is often measured by battles won, elections decided, or fortunes accumulated. Yet sometimes history is made quietly, in places so small they scarcely appear on a map. Sisterdale, nestled among the limestone hills of western Kendall County, is one of those places. Today, motorists pass through this peaceful Hill Country community without realizing that, … Read more

The Sage of Sisterdale: Ernst Kapp

Portrait of Ernst Kapp, 19th-century German-born philosopher and Texas pioneer who settled in Sisterdale.

Ernst Kapp and the Enduring Legacy of a Texas Hill Country Visionary Nestled deep within the picturesque embrace of the Texas Hill Country, the small community of Sisterdale often conjures images of rolling hills, meandering rivers, and a tranquil escape from the bustling world. Yet, beneath its serene surface lies a rich tapestry of history, … Read more