FIGHT TO THE FINISH: Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the End of World War II
2025-11-11 10:00 - 2026-06-06 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Lone Star Flight Museum, 11551 Aerospace Ave., Houston, 77034, United States
2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. In commemoration, the Fight to the Finish exhibit invites visitors to reflect on the final year of the war and the extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and determination of those who fought abroad and supported on the home front. Exploring the air war of 1945 and the road to victory, the exhibit highlights how Allied air power brought the conflict to a decisive end. Created by LSFM, Fight to the Finish features wartime images, historical timelines, personal accounts, and rare artifacts from the museum’s archives honoring the men and women whose resolve won the war and changed the world.
Exhibit open now through May 2026.
Exhibit is FREE with Museum Admission.

Adults (18-64) – $18
Youth (12-17) – $15
Child (5-11) – $12
Seniors (65+) – $15
Children (4 & under) – FREE
Museum Members – FREE

Tarrant County Veterans Day Parade
2025-11-11 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Panther Island Pavilion, 395 Purcey St, Fort Worth, TX, 76102, United States
Annual Veterans celebration – past, present & future – from across North Texas hosted by the City of Fort Worth and organized by the Tarrant County Veterans Council.
“Saluting Vietnam Veterans” is the theme of this year’s parade set to step off on Tuesday, November 11 (Election Day), at 11 a.m. Participants will form up in the Panther Island Pavilion parking lot, march to the Tarrant County Courthouse and through downtown Fort Worth as part of the celebration.

Texas America250 Commission Meeting
2025-11-13 11:00 - 12:00 UTC | The Bullock Museum, 1800 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
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=[REDACTED]

Genealogy Workshop
2025-11-14 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Fulton Mansion State Historic Site, 317 S. Fulton Beach Rd., Rockport, Texas, 78382, United States
Discover your roots at the Fulton Mansion’s genealogy workshop! Learn tips and tools to explore your family history, uncover hidden stories, and trace your lineage. Inspired by the Fulton family tree, this hands-on session will guide you through starting your own ancestral journey. Perfect for beginners and history enthusiasts alike!

Intro to Genealogy: Researching Family History
2025-11-15 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | French Legation State Historic Site, 802 San Marcos Street, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
As we celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial (250 years) and soon Texas’ bicentennial (200 years), we also honor local and family history. Join the Texas Historical Commission’s Historical Markers Historian, Alicia Costello, in the first session of our Genealogy Research series. This Introduction to Genealogy and Family History Research will feature a presentation on how to get started researching local and family history. Perfect for anyone interested in learning more about genealogy or people interested in beginning their own research.

The American Revolution
2025-11-16 20:00 - 2025-11-21 22:00 (America/New_York) | TX
THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, a new six-part, 12-hour documentary series that explores the country’s founding struggle and its eight-year War for Independence, will premiere on Sunday, November 16 and air for six consecutive nights through Friday, November 21st at 8:00-10:00 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS. The full series will be available to stream beginning Sunday, November 16 at PBS.org and on the PBS App.

Fields of Honor Set-Up
2025-12-05 08:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, 3523 Independence Parkway South, La Porte, TX, 77571, United States
Join us in bringing Fields of Honor: A Luminous Tribute at San Jacinto to life. We’re seeking more than 700 volunteers to prepare, place, and collect 21,500 luminaries across the San Jacinto Battlefield — each representing a Texan who gave their life in armed conflict.

Fields of Honor: A Luminous Tribute at San Jacinto
2025-12-06 18:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site, 3523 Independence Parkway South, La Porte, TX, 77571, United States
Fields of Honor: A Luminous Tribute at San Jacinto will take place on Saturday, December 6, 2025, to commemorate the sacrifice of the over 21,500 Texans who have given their lives in armed conflict. Volunteer groups are needed to participate by placing and picking up 21,500 candles on the San Jacinto Battlefield to visually depict what President Abraham Lincoln called “the last full measure of devotion.” The San Jacinto Battlefield represents both liberty and the price required to maintain it. This special event will serve to educate current and future generations about the sacrifices made by our ancestors for our benefit.

Ceremonial Flag Raising
2025-12-18 10:30 (America/Chicago) | Tarrant Courthouse, 10 W Weatherford Street, Forth Worth, TX, 76196, United States
The Sheriffs’ Association of Texas in conjunction with the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office will hold a flag raising ceremony on Thursday, December 18, 2025 beginning at 10:30 AM.
The ceremony will take place at the historic courthouse in downtown Fort Worth: 100 W. Weatherford Street, Fort Worth, TX 76196.
The ceremony will be held on the east (most scenic) side of the building.

190th Anniversary of the Goliad Declaration of Independence!
2025-12-20 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Presidio La Bahia State Historic Site, 217 Loop 71, Goliad, Texas, 77963, United States
Living Historians will be recreating the sigining of the first Texas Declaration 190 years to the day on the same spot as the original signers! This event is part of the Presidio La Bahia 190th Series commemorating the 190th Anniversary of the Texas War for Independence. More Info to come!

Texas America250 Exhibit
2026-01-01 08:00 - 2026-12-31 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library Building, 1201 Brazos St., Austin, TX, 78701, United States
As the country celebrates 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence, every state has a story to tell about its own contributions to the development of the nation.
Our 2026 exhibit, Texas America250, now on view at the Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library Building, spotlights some of the areas where Texans’ contributions shine especially bright—true Texas icons that remind all Americans of the 28th state.
From cowboys to astronauts, from Beaumont to Big Bend, the country would not be what it has become without Texas.
Visit www.tsl.texas.gov/texasamerica250exhibit to explore online!

Gregg County Historical Museum's Historic Windshield Tour
2026-01-01 08:00 - 2026-12-31 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Gregg County Historical Museum, 214 N Fredonia St, Longview, United States
Self-guided driving tour across Gregg County with audio. Gregg County Historical Museum invites you to take a journey through the people, places, and stories that shaped one of East Texas’s most remarkable communities. From early settlements and stagecoach routes to downtown landmarks, churches, cemeteries, and the oil fields that changed the world.

Exhibition: Rancheras: Spanish Texas Women and Their Contributions to American Independence
2026-01-01 09:00 - 2026-12-31 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Municipal Archives & Records Center, 719 S. Santa Rosa Ave, San Antonio, TX, 78204, United States
Rancheras: Spanish Texas Women and Their Contributions to American Independence uncovers the overlooked role of women ranch owners in eighteenth-century Texas and their
influence during the American Revolution. Through original wills, petitions, and census records, the exhibition shows how women exercised legal and economic authority under Spanish colonial law while managing cattle networks that supported frontier economies and wartime efforts. By linking Texas, Spain, and the Revolution, Rancheras reframes familiar narratives and highlights how local women and regional history shaped global events and the struggle for independence.

Lead the Way: Civic Season Drop-In
2026-01-01 11:00 - 2026-07-03 14:00 (America/Chicago) | National Museum of the Pacific War, 311 E Austin St, Fredericksburg, TX, 78624, United States
Join the National Museum of the Pacific War this summer for Lead the Way: Civic Season Drop-In, a hands-on family program exploring how leadership shaped the Pacific War and how it continues to shape our civic life today. Designed for learners of all ages, this come-and-go experience invites families to jump into creative activities that connect past decisions to the choices we make as citizens and leaders today. Lead the Way: Civic Season Drop-In is part of the national Civic Season movement, empowering families to explore history, reflect on values, and consider their role in shaping the future. No registration required—just stop by and join the experience at your own pace.

Texas America250 Traveling Exhibit
2026-01-02 10:00 - 2026-12-31 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Palestine Public Library, 502 N. Queen St., Palestine, 75801, United States
Texas America250 traveling exhibit will be on display in the Palestine Public Library public spaces.

Lincoln Reagan Experience
2026-01-10 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center, 1800 Highway 26E, Grapevine, TX, 76051, United States
Join us for a unique evening celebrating America and its rich history with a one-of-a-kind immersive experience. Step back in time with historical interpreters dressed as iconic figures such as George Washington, John Adams, Betsy Ross, and others who helped shape our nation.
The evening will feature:

A seated dinner
Silent and live auctions offering rare and historic items
Thoughtfully designed lighting and décor to transport guests to the era of America’s founding
Inspiring speakers
Special awards presentations
A celebration of America—right here in Texas

Don’t miss this powerful tribute to our country’s heritage and the people who continue to preserve its story.

History of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2026-01-12 07:00 - 2026-01-31 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Fondren Library, Rice University, 6100 Main, Houston, TX, 77005, United States
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day (observed on the third Monday in January), this exhibit explores the life and legacy of Dr. King and the broader national commitment to service and social justice. Explore the history behind establishing MLK Day and its significance today.
Visitors are invited to reflect on questions such as:

How is a national holiday established, e.g., MLK Day?
What is the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and how might we, as individuals or communities, embody that spirit in our actions today?
What is the budgetary cost of establishing a national holiday?

The American Experiment: A Celebration of America 250 exhibit
2026-01-13 11:00 - 2026-09-26 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Welcome Center at Brown House, 301 N Ballard Ave., Wylie, TX, 75098, United States
This free exhibit features a gallery of art prints that vividly depict the chronology of the American Revolution and illuminate the colonists’ struggles, triumphs, and sacrifices in their quest for liberty. Discover the motivations that ignited a desire for freedom and explore the socio-political climate that compelled ordinary people to rise against the world’s most formidable empire. Learn how the media of the day–pamphlets, newspapers, and broadsides–united the colonists in their cause, galvanized support for independence, and framed the narrative of the war. We welcome group tours! Call 972/516-6331 to schedule. Hours are 11-5 Tuesday-Saturday.

A Chef and Their Tools: A Crash Course on Cast Iron Care
2026-01-17 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site, 1702 N 13th St, West Columbia, TX, 77486, United States
Join us for an exploration of enslaved chefs and their shaping of American cuisine. Enslaved chefs like Hercules Posey and James Hemmings used cast iron pots and pans everyday to create fine meals. During this program you will also learn about how to restore cast iron and keep it in tip-top shape!

America 250: Texas in the Nation's Service (Lecture Series)
2026-01-18 14:30 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Neill-Cochran House Museum, 2310 San Gabriel Street, Austin, TX, 78705, United States
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 – Texas Modernism presented by Dr. Katie Robinson Edwards | January 18, 2026
$10 general admission, $5 students, free to members

Exhibit: Tom Lea's Twelve Travelers Through the Pass of the North
2026-01-22 09:00 - 2026-04-26 16:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
The Magoffin Home State Historic Site, in partnership with the Tom Lea Institute, is pleased to host Tom Lea’s Twelve Travelers Through the Pass of the North, a collection of illustrations depicting significant historical figures who shaped the history of El Paso and the Southwest. Initially published in 1946, these images will be displayed at the Magoffin Home Visitor Center (1117 Magoffin Avenue, El Paso, TX) from January through April 2026 as part of the American Sesquicentennial celebration.

Music in the Chamber: 1776-1826
2026-01-23 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | George A. Purefoy Municipal Center, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd., Frisco, TX, 75934, United States
Soloists from the renowned Austin Baroque Orchestra present “Close Encounters of the Colonial Kind,” evoking the sonic world of colonial North America in a commemoration of the first 50 years after American independence. Featuring replicas of instruments from the 18th century and music from the four colonial powers — England, Spain, France, and the Netherlands — listeners will enjoy popular songs by late composers Ignacio Jerusalem, Jean-Baptiste Lully, Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, Alexander Reinagle, and more. Whether sounds from the cathedrals of New Spain, or the Ursuline Convent in New Orleans, or melodies originating in the small settlement of New Amsterdam, or the Revolutionary-War-era streets of Boston, this program invites the audience to consider how musical traditions crossed oceans, transformed cultures, and took root in American soil amid the complexities of colonial life.

Hearth Wars
2026-01-24 09:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site, 220 2nd St., San Felipe, TX, 77473, United States
Join us on Saturday, January 24th as some of the best cooks in Texas museums face off to see who is the best cook in Austin’s Colony! Staff and volunteers from various Texas Historical Commission sites will all compete to make the best dish using a mysterious secret ingredient. Contestants will begin cooking at 9am with judging to take place between 12:00 and 1:30. Awards will be given out for the top places at 2:30pm. While registration is limited to a select audience, the public is welcome to come see all the contestants cooking and the award ceremony at 2:30!

Preserving Family Photographs and Documents
2026-01-24 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | French Legation State Historic Site, 802 San Marcos Street, Austin, TX, 78702, United States
As we celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial (250 years) and soon Texas’ bicentennial (200 years), we also honor local and family history. Join the French Legation State Historic Site Educators in the second session of our Genealogy Research series: Preserving Family Photographs and Documents. Do you have old family records stashed in random boxes? From letters and newspapers to photographs we will discuss storage tips, resources, and how to use the sources in research. Preserving Family Photographs and Documents will feature a short presentation on storing and preserving photographs and documents as well as a demonstration of how to scan these items using a phone so you can scan at home like a pro!
Please note that this program is a presentation and demonstration of how to preserve family photographs and documents. We will not scan photographs and documents from home collections.

Bridge to the Future
2026-01-24 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Comanche County Historical Museum, 402 Moorman Road, Comanche, TX, 76442, United States
The Comanche County Museum is proud to launch the “Bridge to the Future” Project in commemoration of Texas America250, a year-long celebration honoring the nation’s 250th anniversary and the vital role Texas plays in America’s story. The centerpiece of this initiative will take place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., when the museum will prepare to illuminate its four historic pony bridges on the campus grounds. Each bridge will be adorned with red, white, and blue lights, symbolically linking Comanche County’s rich historical legacy with its vision for a vibrant future. The evening will feature a community gathering culminating in a ceremonial countdown to sunset at precisely 6:00 p.m., at which time the switch will be thrown to activate the lights, officially launching the celebration. Throughout 2026, the illuminated bridges will serve as a lasting symbol of the enduring connection between the community’s proud past and its forward-thinking aspirations. “Comanche County is more than a destination—it is a living testament to history and a community committed to progress,” said museum representatives. “We invite residents and visitors alike to join us in lighting the way for this historic milestone and to make 2026 a year to remember together.” For more information about the “Bridge to the Future” Project and upcoming Texas America250 events at the Comanche County Historical Museum, please visit the museum’s website or contact the museum directly.

Texas America250 Traveling Exhibit
2026-01-26 08:30 - 2026-07-04 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Ingleside Public Library, 2775 Waco Street, Ingleside, TX, 78362, United States
Our Traveling Exhibit is displayed in our foyer for patrons to learn and enjoy!

Levi Jordan & Varner-Hogg Plantations Virtual Book Club
2026-01-29 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
Ima Hogg: The Governor’s Daughter by Virginia Bernhard is the story of Ima Hogg, the only daughter of Governor James Stephen Hogg. Ima was born in 1882 and died in 1975 at the age of 93, and she became a legend in her own right. Ima attended the University of Texas, studied music in New York City, and was a beneficiary of her father’s investment in the oil boom in West Columbia, Texas. Ima devoted much of her life to the enrichment of the educational and cultural life of Texas and gave her house and Early American art and furniture collection at the Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site to the people of Texas in 1958.
This is a virtual event

Saturday History Lecture: Texas and the American Revolution
2026-01-31 10:30 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Republic of Texas Plaza, 5117 North Main Street,, Baytown, TX, 77522, United States
Guest speaker John Espinosa, Governor General – Member of the Houston Chapter, Los Granaderos y Damas de Gálvez, will tell how Texas, although not part of the United States at the time, contributed to the American Revolution.

America the Beautiful Art Exhibit at Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center
2026-02-01 08:00 - 2026-12-31 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center, 700 E Marshall Ave, Longview, TX, 75601, United States
Curated in conjunction with the Longview Museum of Fine Arts, this America the Beautiful art display features community submitted artwork. The artwork can be found on the hospital’s ground floor near the ER entrance.

Texas Constitution on Display Through July 31
2026-02-02 08:00 - 2026-07-31 08:00 (America/Chicago) | Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library Building, 1201 Brazos St., Austin, TX, 78701, United States
From February through July, the original 1876 Texas Constitution will be on display in TSLAC’s Reference Reading Room. This landmark document isn’t just a set of lofty principles—a defining feature is its extensive detail, more typical of state law codes. Its 17 articles cover everything from voting rights and education to railroads and taxes. The very first page features a brief preamble and 14 sections from Article I: The Bill of Rights. Texas still operates under this constitution today. Don’t miss your chance to see the foundation of Texas government in person!
The Constitution display is open to the public 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month. Check the Visit Us page for current information about hours, parking, and access.
