Highlighting Texas’s role in the formation of America.
Events for the 250th are happening all over the state.
See what’s coming up and submit your event.
On October 4, the NPS, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park (SAAN) will be presenting at “Forging Frontiers: Exploring Bexar County’s Spanish Colonial Legacy” – a Bexar Heritage America250 event exploring Bexar County, Texas’ Spanish Colonial Legacy 1718-1775. SAAN protects, preserves, restores, and interprets four Spanish Colonial missions and their associated cultural landscape features established along […]
As the U.S. Army celebrates its 250th year, this exhibit explores the 50-year presence of the U.S. Army in Texas from the time of annexation in 1845 through the end of the Indian Wars in 1895. It traces the Army’s role in securing the frontier, building forts, engaging in conflict, and shaping the cultural and […]
Participate in public open meetings of the Texas America250 Commission virtually through Zoom or in person at the Bullock Museum in Austin, Texas. Virtual meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86569955969?pwd=gcbOvAS2FxmuCGPLVkiPL5pap4SGqf.1
Join us in celebrating Eisenhower’s 135th birthday! The day will begin at the Eisenhower Monument at 9AM for a brick dedication. We will then be at the Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site for free tours and more! Come by and help us make this a bash for the ages and eat cake!
Experience a lantern-led tour of our historic grounds as you witness one of the most captivating episodes in Texas history brought to life! Hear the story of Dawson and Mier Expeditions as you’ve never heard it before. Walk our historic trails at night and experience the turbulent times of the Republic of Texas era through […]
A Tale of Two Artists: An Exhibit of the Works of Tia Magoffin Glasgow and Leola Warnock Freeman Exhibit Opening will be held on October 25, 2025, at the International Museum of Art, located at 1211 Montana Ave. in El Paso,from 1 – 4 p.m. Remarks will be given at 2 p.m. Octavia “Tia” Magoffin […]
Experience a lantern-led tour of our historic grounds as you witness one of the most captivating episodes in Texas history brought to life! Hear the story of Dawson and Mier Expeditions as you’ve never heard it before. Walk our historic trails at night and experience the turbulent times of the Republic of Texas era through […]
The NCHM’s Modern Times speaker series this year is dedicated to commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of the nation. The lectures over the course of the year will show how the people and events of Texas have helped to shape the United States more broadly. Modern Times – NASA and Texas presented by […]
What’s cooking in the Kreische kitchen? In celebration of the upcoming America 250, join us for tasty demonstrations celebrating America’s unique and multicultural food history from 19th-century Fayette County. This month’s program will focus on a German-Texas inspired menu, including sausage inthe smokehouse, hearty German stew, and a home-baked treat made on our wood-burning stove. […]
Join us on Saturday, November 8 for our Grand Reopening Event! The event begins at 10am at the Visitor Center with a special ribbon cutting. Afterwards, the program “Citizens of the Republic” will take place until 4:30 at the newly recreated Washington Townsite Experience. This program will feature interactive and engaging living history programs in […]
Thank you for your interest in having your event recognized as an official Texas America250 Event! Please complete the following form to submit your event for consideration on the official website calendar. All forms will be reviewed by the Texas America250 Commission and Advisory panel.
Event submissions are reviewed weekly, and once approved, a link to the event on the website will be shared with the contact provided.
For assistance, please email the Texas America250 commission.
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Image courtesy Bullock Texas State History Museum
The Texas America250 Commission is an officially recognized State/Territory Partner of America250.org, a nonpartisan, nonpolitical partner of a federal agency. Together, this partnership jointly commemorates American history and culture in honor of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America.