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SUMMARY:Texas America 250 Open House
DESCRIPTION:Please Join Us As We Celebrate Texas America 250 with a Special Open House at the Fairbanks Branch Library on Saturday\, March 14th\, from 10 am to noon. There is something for everyone as we celebrate our library hosting the Texas State Library & Archives Commission’s Texas America 250 traveling exhibit. \nWhile exploring the exhibit\, pick up a free kids’ fun pack\, including a free Open Door pass for a family of 6 to visit the Children’s Museum of Houston while supplies last. \nWe will also be handing out a limited number of US Constitution and Declaration of Independence booklets. \nSpend Time Coloring Texas America 250 Activity Sheets. \nLearn more about our community partners: Fairbanks Friends of the Library\, Houston Cy-Fair Lions Club\, and Harris County Appraisal District Voter Education Outreach Program. \nLight refreshments will be served while supplies last. \nCome learn more about our state’s history and have some fun at the library! \nA special thank you to the Friends of the Fairbanks Library for sponsoring this event in partnership with the Houston Cy-Fair Lions Club.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/texas-america-250-open-house/
LOCATION:Fairbanks Branch Library\, 7122 Gessner\, Houston\, TX\, 77040\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260317T144500
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SUMMARY:Liberty Tree Planting
DESCRIPTION:Chamber members and the community are invited to attend a ceremonial Liberty Tree planting on Tuesday\, March 17\, at 2:45 p.m.\, in front of the Chamber building (505 W. Davis) in downtown Conroe. Chamber President Scott Harper will officially plant the tree. \nThe tree planting is tied to the ongoing America 250 celebration. Attendees are encouraged to wear green in honor of both the planting and St. Patrick’s Day. The 15-gallon Redbud tree was donated by Trees for Houston.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/liberty-tree-planting/
LOCATION:Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber\, 505 W. Davis St.\, Conroe\, TX\, 77301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
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SUMMARY:A Woman at Her Easel: Leola Freeman with Jennifer Moxley
DESCRIPTION:Step into the colorful world of Leola Warnock Freeman\, a trailblazing impressionist and portrait artist who helped shape El Paso’s 20th-century art scene. A 1934 Public Works of Art Project awardee\, Freeman’s work—ranging from intimate family portraits to sweeping landscapes—still graces public spaces across the city today. Join her descendant\, Jennifer Moxley\, for an image-rich lecture exploring Freeman’s remarkable life\, legacy\, and the vibrant art community she helped build. This lecture will take place on March 19\, 2026 at the Magoffin Home Visitor Center at 1117 Magoffin Avenue. This free lecture will feature many historical documents\, drawings\, atworks\, and resources. Light refreshments and beverages will be available as a fundraiser for the Casa Magoffin Compañeros beginning at 6 PM. The talk will start at 6:30 and will be in English\, but staff will be available to answer questions in Spanish.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/a-woman-at-her-easel-leola-freeman-with-jennifer-moxley/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260102T220630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T220630Z
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SUMMARY:Music in the Chamber: 1876-1926
DESCRIPTION:Stockton Helbing and his Helbing Jazz Initiative project will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a musical examination of the roots of America’s beautiful original art form: jazz. Stockton and his band will take the audience on a fun musical romp through the birth of jazz music in New Orleans at the end of the 19th century and the songs and artists that ushered in the new sounds of jazz in the early 20th century.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/music-in-the-chamber-1776-1826-2-2/
LOCATION:George A. Purefoy Municipal Center\, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd.\, Frisco\, TX\, 75934\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20251219T211901Z
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SUMMARY:FamilySearch for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Learn to trace your family history using FamilySearch\, a free online platform. Site educators will use historic individuals from the plantation sites to show you how to: use the website\, analyze census records\, develop your family tree\, and more. This program is perfect for absolute beginners ready to get started and for experienced researchers interested in exploring a new platform.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/familysearch-for-beginners-2/
LOCATION:Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site\, 1702 N 13th St\, West Columbia\, TX\, 77486\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260115T221603Z
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SUMMARY:Happy Birthday America! Family Stories to Share\, Do You Know Yours?
DESCRIPTION:Learning about our ancestors isn’t just about digging up old family stories\, it’s about connecting to the journey that helped shape who we are today. \nThe America 250 Project invites you to discover your own family’s past\, from why they immigrated to the challenges they faced and the triumphs they celebrated. By preserving these stories\, we’re not just keeping history alive—we’re making it personal. Now it’s your turn! Take a moment to ask your family about their stories\, dive into some research\, or start a family tree. Every piece of your history adds to the bigger story of America\, and sharing those stories with friends\, family\, and community ensures that they’ll live on for generations to come. So\, what’s your family’s story? Go find it\, preserve it\, and share it—because your story is America’s story. \nThis is a one-hour power point presentation including three of members telling an ancestral story they discovered while researching. The group also provides red\, white and blue pens\, a small paper tablet and a three-generational genealogy chart to help attendees identify their immediate ancestors (if they have never organized their family in a structured way). Members and library staff people are available after the program is done\, to talk with\, ask questions and visit our history and genealogy room with lots of free computer resources.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/happpy-birthday-america-family-stories-to-share-do-you-know-yours-2/
LOCATION:New Braunfels Public Library-West Branch\, 2910 IH35 Frontage Rd\, New Braunfels\, 78130\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T150000
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SUMMARY:Family History Day
DESCRIPTION:As we celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial (250 years) and soon Texas’ bicentennial (200 years)\, we also honor local and family history. Honor and share your family history at the French Legation’s Family History Day! With activities like creating your family tree\, you can engage with your family and local history today and in the future. Perfect for future historians and genealogists\, families\, adults\, and seniors. 
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/family-history-day/
LOCATION:French Legation State Historic Site\, 802 San Marcos Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000
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UID:2026-1774094400-1774098000@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Kids Cooking Class: Cozy Irish Potato Soup
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we savor history through foods in El Paso! Using an historic recipe from the El Paso Cook Book published in 1898\, the staff will explore the history of Irish settlers and their influence on El Paso’s development. Using potatoes\, onions\, and milk\, this dish is warm and soothing on a chilly day. The cost is $10 per child. All ingredients are provided. Please call (915) 533-5147 to register in advance as space is limited. 
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/kids-cooking-class-cozy-irish-potato-soup/
LOCATION:TX
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T180722Z
UID:2398-1774094400-1774195200@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Fort Worth African American Roots Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Featuring a show-stopping lineup of award-winning artists from across North America\, the Fort Worth African American Roots Music Festival (FWAAMFest) features performances\, educational sessions\, and jamming celebrating the central role of blackness in American roots music. It is unique among U.S.- major city festivals\, Black-led and centered on Black artists reclaiming their place in roots music forms through preservation and innovation. \nThis year’s FWAAMFest is bigger than ever\, with two new events: A free kickoff dance on Friday\, March 20th\, and a documentary screening experience at the Modern Museum of Art Fort Worth on Sunday\, March 22nd. \nhttps://www.fwaamfest.com/ \nhttps://www.facebook.com/fwaamfest/ \n\nGeneral Admission $50 • Seniors $40 \n\n\nTeachers/School Staff $35 • Youth (13-18) $20 \n\n\nStudents $25 • Kids 12 and under Free Admission
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/fort-worth-african-american-roots-music-festival/
LOCATION:Southside Preservation Hall\, 1519 Lipscomb St\, Fort Worth\, TX\, 76104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T194538Z
UID:2431-1774182600-1774182600@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Scouting America American Heritage Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Lone Star Flight Museum’s collection of warbirds represents the heritage of the American people that fought to protect the rights outlined in the Constitution. Meet veterans that fought for those rights and hear their stories\, discuss how history is depicted in music of wartime eras\, learn about local historic places and the events that happened there\, and investigate the meaning of the Declaration of Independence and its importance to you and your family.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/scouting-america-american-heritage-workshop/
LOCATION:Lone Star Flight Museum\, 11551 Aerospace Ave.\, Houston\, 77034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260324T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260327T211134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T211134Z
UID:2495-1774339200-1785517200@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Display: Documenting America in Government Records. Keeping America Informed - From Printing Press to Digital AI Era (1700s to Present)
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit reveals the behind-the-scenes—often lesser-known but highly significant—history of federal printing\, preservation\, and public access to information in the United States since the 1700s—inviting visitors to deepen their understanding and broaden awareness of how government information reaches the public. How has free\, equal\, and permanent public access been ensured—and how is it evolving today? What roles have libraries played? What do you want libraries to provide—now and in the future—to support open and reliable access to information? From the long-standing partnership between federal institutions and libraries to the evolving digital FDLP and emerging NCSA model\, the exhibit also showcases the latest official government information discovery tools and highlights opportunities to learn more about and use government information services at Fondren Library and across the Federal Depository Library network. It reflects on Fondren Library’s journey as a Federal Depository Library since 1967\, encouraging visitors to consider how they can help preserve and advance free\, equal\, and permanent public access to information in a digital\, AI-driven era.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/display-documenting-america-in-government-records-keeping-america-informed-from-printing-press-to-digital-ai-era-1700s-to-present/
LOCATION:Fayette County Courthouse\, 151 N Washington St\, La Grange\, 78945\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T110000
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CREATED:20260327T213019Z
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UID:2503-1774609200-1774612800@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Home on the Range: The Goodnight Legacy
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of America 250\, Goodnight Ranch is hosting a FREE program that explores the legacy of Charles and Mary Ann Goodnight. Their vision\, generosity\, and resilience helped shape not only the town of Goodnight but also other pioneer communities in the Texas Panhandle. Come hear how they helped other Texans build the state and nation we call home today. The program will be followed by a self-guided house tour. Do not forget to wear red\, white\, and blue! \nThis event is presented as part of Texas America250\, commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/home-on-the-range-the-goodnight-legacy/
LOCATION:Charles and Mary Ann Goodnight Ranch State Historic Site\, 2000 US HWY 287\, Clarendon\, TX\, 79226\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260329T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20250808T174756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T174756Z
UID:1605-1774794600-1774800000@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:America 250: Texas in the Nation's Service (Lecture Series)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nModern Times – Doris Miller presented by Dr. Stephen Sloan | March 29\, 2026 \n$10 general admission\, $5 students\, free to members
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/america-250-texas-in-the-nations-service-lecture-series-5/
LOCATION:Neill-Cochran House Museum\, 2310 San Gabriel Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78705\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260331T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260327T220743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T220743Z
UID:2505-1774947600-1785517200@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:America250 Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Texas America250 Traveling Exhibit: Texas America250\, on loan from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC). The Texas America250 exhibit highlights historically significant Texas Treasures from the State Archives\, encouraging all Americans to explore the story of the Lone Star State over the past 250 years. From Spanish missions to the space race\, the landscape\, culture\, economy and people of Texas have played essential roles in the development of the United States.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/america250-exhibit/
LOCATION:Longview Public Library\, 222 W. Cotton St.\, Longview\, TX\, 75601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20251219T211915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T211915Z
UID:2027-1775296800-1775304000@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Cooking Class: Kugel
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we savor history through foods in El Paso! Modern El Paso is a blend of many communities’ traditions and we are experiencing them one dish at a time. This historic recipe for kugel combines egg noodles\, cheese\, and raisins\, this dish is popular during Jewish holidays. The cost is $10 per person. All ingredients are provided. Please call (915) 533-5147 to register in advance as space is limited.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/cooking-class-kugel/
LOCATION:TX
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260407T185651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T185651Z
UID:2529-1775548800-1775581200@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Tom Lea: Brushstrokes from the Frontlines of World War II
DESCRIPTION:Tom Lea: Brushstrokes from the Frontlines of World War II \n\n\nEl Paso artist Tom Lea was the first Accredited War Artist-Correspondent hired by LIFE magazine to paint World War II as it was being experienced by U.S. and Allied troops. From 1941 to 1945\, Lea traveled more than 100\,000 miles to record military activities in places like the South Pacific\, China\, and Peleliu. His most iconic paintings were published in eleven issues of LIFE and became some of the most recognized war paintings in the world. \n\nAs we celebrate a huge milestone for America\, this exhibit will pay tribute to all the men and women whose sacrifices have made 250 years of the United States of America a reality. \n\n\n\nMay 15 – July 25\, 2026
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/tom-lea-brushstrokes-from-the-frontlines-of-world-war-ii/
LOCATION:The Old Post Office Museum & Art Center\, 510 Third Street\, Graham\, TX\, 76450\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260409T205651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T205651Z
UID:2560-1775721600-1785603600@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Stars and Stripes on Sidney Baker Street
DESCRIPTION:Stars and Stripes on Sidney Baker Street. U.S. flags will be displayed on electric poles along Sidney Baker Street from Interstate 10 to Louise Hays Park.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/stars-and-stripes-on-sidney-baker-street/
LOCATION:I10\, 202 Thompson Dr\,\, Kerrville\, TX\, 78028\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20250612T193443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T193736Z
UID:1489-1775844000-1775916000@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:LCpl. Benjamin W. Schmidt Symposium on War\, Conflict\, and Society
DESCRIPTION:Join the Texas Christian University History Department for the 2026 Schmidt Symposium\, focused on “America’s Revolutionary War.” The symposium will begin on Friday evening with a keynote address\, followed by a day of panel discussions on Saturday featuring scholars and historians exploring the key issues and legacies of the war. All events are free and open to the public. More information will become available on TCU’s website throughout the fall.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/lcpl-benjamin-w-schmidt-symposium-on-war-conflict-and-society/
LOCATION:Dee J. Kelly Alumni Center\, 2820 Stadium Dr.\, Fort Worth\, 76129\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260409T150734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T150734Z
UID:2550-1775894400-1789146000@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Stars\, Stripes & States
DESCRIPTION:Special outdoor display of all 50 state flags\, plus the 27 flags flown under the U.S. banner since 1776. Sponsored by Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Bank & Trust\, in conjunction with KPUB. Museum of Western Art\, 1550 Bandera Highway\, Kerrville. Museumofwesternart.com
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/stars-stripes-states/
LOCATION:Museum of Western Art\, 1550 Bandera Highway\, Kerrville\, TX\, 78028\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20251219T211916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T211916Z
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SUMMARY:Burning on the Brazos
DESCRIPTION:On March 29th\, 1836\, the town of San Felipe de Austin was set aflame by its own citizens as a defensive tactic against the Mexican Army. In the weeks leading up to this\, the town played a significant role in the war with Mexico. Learn about the chain of events that ultimately led to the town’s destruction. Visitors will be able to participate in hands-on activities\, witness historical demonstrations\, and answer the ultimate question: Would you have burned the town? It all happens on Saturday\, April 11th beginning at 9am! The story starts here\, at San Felipe de Austin!
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/burning-on-the-brazos/
LOCATION:San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site\, 220 2nd St.\, San Felipe\, TX\, 77473\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T153000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260327T205942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T205942Z
UID:2491-1775901600-1775921400@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Texas History Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Encouraged by their teachers and parents\, thousands of Texas students in grades 6 to 12 participate in the National History Day contest. The best entries will bring their projects to be judged at the annual state-level competition\, organized by the Texas State Historical Association and held at the Bullock Museum and the University of Texas on April 11. Students compete in five categories: exhibits\, websites\, papers\, performances\, and documentaries. The winners will move on to Nationals in Washington\, D.C. this summer. \nThe Texas History Day contest takes place at the Bullock Museum and at the University of Texas at Austin. All exhibits entries will be displayed at the Bullock Museum with public viewing from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. on April 11.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/texas-history-day-2026/
LOCATION:Bullock Texas State History Museum\, 1800 N. Congress Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260327T221257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T221257Z
UID:2508-1775901600-1775926800@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:City of Longview & Gregg County America 250 Kickoff Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The City of Longview and Gregg County will host a America 250 Kickoff Celebration featuring multiple free events and activities in Downtown Longview on Saturday\, April 11\, 2026. The Day begins with a Chautauqua Festival at the Longview Public Library from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.; a historical “old west” style festival called Dalton Days at the Gregg County historical museum from Noon – 4 p.m.; a Downtown Live concert at Heritage Plaza from 5 – 8 p.m.; an America 250 parade at 6:30 p.m.\,; and an America 250 Laser Light Show at 8:15 p.m. All events are free to attend and focus on our shared local community and national history.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/city-of-longview-gregg-county-america-250-kickoff-celebration/
LOCATION:Downtown Longview\, 219 E. Methvin Street\, Longview\, TX\, 75601\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260427T205711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T205711Z
UID:2645-1775901600-1784739600@www.texasamerica250.com
SUMMARY:Becoming the United States Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:April 11 through July 31\, 2026\nBecoming the United States exhibit is a stirring new exhibit that celebrates America’s 250th birthday by tracing the nation’s journey from revolutionary sparks to a unified republic. \nThrough powerful artifacts\, immersive storytelling\, and interactive displays\, visitors will explore the moments that shaped independence from colonial unrest and the signing of the Declaration of Independence\, to the forging of the Constitution and the birth of democratic ideals. Historic documents\, period clothing\, and hands-on experiences bring this transformative era to life\, offering a deeper understanding of the people\, conflicts\, and dreams that gave rise to the United States. \nIt’s a compelling tribute to resilience\, innovation\, and the enduring spirit of freedom! \nThe exhibit is brought to you in part by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. \nFrisco Heritage Center Hours are Tuesday-Saturday 10am to 5pm.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/becoming-the-united-states-exhibit/
LOCATION:Frisco Heritage Center\, 6455 Page St\, Frisco\, TX\, 75034\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260409T151753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T151753Z
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SUMMARY:Kerrville Pets Alive!
DESCRIPTION:Kerrville Pets Alive! Rabies Drive. Organizers hope to service 250 animals. All participating pets will receive patriotic neckwear. Kerrvillepetsalive.org
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/kerrville-pets-alive/
LOCATION:KPA! S.A.F.E Campus\, 2102 Memorial Blvd\, Kerrville\, TX\, 78028\, United States
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SUMMARY:Colonial Texas Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Colonial Texas Storytime with Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Learn about life in colonial Texas\, given from the viewpoint of a 10-year-old\, with readings from the book Texas Before the Lone Star. Try your hand at a few different toys typical in colonial times\, Patriot coloring pages\, design your own tricornered hat like George Washington\, while enjoying refreshments as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday! At Butt-Holdsworth Library\, 505 Water Street\, Kerrville  (830)257-8422.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/colonial-texas-storytime/
LOCATION:Butt-Holdsworth Library\, 505 Water Street\, Kerrville\, TX\, 780228\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T170000
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SUMMARY:95th Annual Athens Old Fiddlers Contest & Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Athens Old Fiddlers Reunion & the Lone Star Fiddle Championship is the oldest\, continuous running fiddle contest in Texas surrounded by a festival on the Henderson County Square with live music\, classic car show\, fair foods\, arts & craft vendors\, domino tournament\, armadillo races and street dances with some of the best Western Swing Bands in the country. You can’t get more of a traditional event to commemorate our patriotism & 250 year birthday. Fiddle music was held at barn dances and hoe downs since the founding of this country.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/95th-annual-athens-old-fiddlers-contest-reunion/
LOCATION:Henderson County Courthouse Square and the Texan Theater\, 100 E Tyler Street\, Athens\, TX\, 75751\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T170000
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CREATED:20260102T221859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T221859Z
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SUMMARY:Liberty Lantern Walk
DESCRIPTION:In honor of America’s 250th Birthday\, the Frisco community will proudly host the Liberty Lantern Walk\, a breathtaking nighttime journey of 250 glowing lanterns that begins at City Hall by the flagpole\, circles Jones Park\, and concludes at the historic Heritage Center. Each lantern will shine as a symbol of liberty\, and every fifth lantern will share a pivotal moment in the American Revolution—starting with the first shot fired at Lexington and Concord\, highlighting Paul Revere’s midnight ride\, recalling the courage at the Battle of Bunker Hill\, and culminating in the decisive Battle of Yorktown\, where independence was finally secured. This immersive walk is more than a local celebration—it is part of a nationwide commemoration of America’s 250th birthday\, uniting communities across the United States in reflection and pride. As visitors follow the illuminated path\, they will not only witness history but feel the awe of retracing the steps of a nation’s fight for freedom. From April through July\, families\, friends\, and neighbors are invited to gather under the glow of lantern light\, experiencing the Revolution’s timeline as it unfolds in a way that is both educational and deeply moving. The Liberty Lantern Walk is free and open to the public\, offering everyone the chance to celebrate America’s story together. It is a moment to honor the past\, embrace the present\, and look forward to the future—standing as one community among many in a grand national tribute to 250 years of liberty. \nThis event is ongoing as it is a walking trail through August 2026.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/liberty-lantern-walk/
LOCATION:Frisco Heritage Center\, 6455 Page St\, Frisco\, TX\, 75034\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260427T213928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T213928Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Books
DESCRIPTION:As we celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial or the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence\, the Fort Graham Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution want to celebrate this milestone with some of our youngest citizens. Through a special DAR America 250 grant from NSDAR\, Fort Graham has worked with the Lake Whitney Library and Hillsboro City Library to select and purchase books where young readers and their families can learn more about the people who lived during this time and made many sacrifices for the America we know today. Our books focus on some of the “unknown” or “unrecognized” individuals that played a part of these historic events alongside the names of Washington\, Jefferson\, and Adams.\nWe are proud to partner with both libraries that will host our Celebrations on Friday\, April 17th in anticipation the following week of National Library Week (April 20-24th). This special week highlights the vital role libraries and library professionals play in providing the educational resources to transform lives and help strengthen our communities. National Library Week kicks off on April 20th with the Right to Read Day which celebrates the freedom to read.\nPlease come and join us on Friday\, April 17th:\nLake Whitney Public Library at 11 a.m.\nHillsboro City Library at 3 p.m.\nThose in attendance can enter the name of a teacher in grades K-6 who is teaching in any school or home-school program in Hill County to be eligible to win a 250th Birthday cake (non-edible) made from school supplies. There is only one cake to be awarded. All tickets from both events will be combined and a winner drawn Friday evening.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/celebration-of-books/
LOCATION:Lake Whitney Public Library\, 602 E Jefferson Ave\, Whitney\, TX\, 76692\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T220000
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CREATED:20260319T195248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T195248Z
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SUMMARY:95th Annual Athens Old Fiddlers Reunion & Contest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate nearly a century of music\, tradition\, and community at the 95th Annual Athens Old Fiddlers Reunion & Contest\, taking place April 17–18\, 2026\, in Athens\, Texas. Established in 1932\, this beloved event preserves one of America’s oldest and most enduring musical traditions—old-time fiddle music—while bringing together musicians\, families\, and visitors from across Texas and beyond. \nAs the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of American independence (America250)\, the Athens Old Fiddlers Reunion reflects the cultural traditions that helped shape the nation. Fiddle music traveled with settlers across the American frontier and became a defining part of rural gatherings\, community dances\, and storytelling traditions throughout Texas. For generations\, this music has been passed down family to family\, and the Athens Old Fiddlers Reunion continues to keep that living heritage alive. \nThe two-day celebration features the fiddle contest at the historic Texan Theater\, with divisions for all ages—from “Junior Junior” to the Lone Star Fiddle Championship (Open Division)—and more than $10\,000 in prize money awarded to outstanding musicians. The contest showcases both rising young fiddlers and master musicians who represent the finest traditions of Texas-style fiddling. \nFestival activities extend throughout the Henderson County Courthouse Square\, where visitors can experience live music\, community entertainment\, and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend. Evening Street Dances will feature performances by Jody Nix and His Texas Cowboys and The Craig Howell Band\, continuing the long-standing Texas tradition of gathering on the town square to celebrate music and community. \nAdditional attractions include the Bacon Auto Ranch Classic Car Show\, the St. Edwards Academy Family Fun Zone with games and activities for children\, and a Food Truck & Community Market featuring local cuisine\, artisan treats\, and handcrafted goods. New this year\, Armadillo Races add a uniquely Texas element of fun and entertainment for visitors of all ages. \nThe Athens Old Fiddlers Reunion welcomes families\, heritage travelers\, music enthusiasts\, and visitors from across Texas and the United States. From daytime competitions and jam sessions to evening dances on the square\, the festival creates a vibrant celebration of music\, history\, and community spirit. \nAs the event approaches its 100th anniversary\, the 95th Annual Athens Old Fiddlers Reunion & Contest invites everyone to experience a living piece of American and Texas heritage in downtown Athens—bring a chair\, bring your family\, and be part of the music and tradition.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/95th-annual-athens-old-fiddlers-reunion-contest/
LOCATION:Downtown Athens\, 100 E Tyler St\, Athens\, TX\, 75751\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260417T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T060856
CREATED:20260102T220946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T220946Z
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SUMMARY:Music in the Chamber: 1926-1976
DESCRIPTION:Music from 1926 to 1976 is steeped in Americana tradition. The Buffalo Ruckus’ music has been described as a compendium of roots\, Americana\, southern soul\, psychedelic postmodern avant-garde and experimental country-fried rock. The songwriting is pure and soulful with stories of heritage\, spirituality\, redemption\, love gained and love lost. Spun from the timbers of heart and soul\, the Ruckus took its first musical breath in the middle of 2013. They quickly gained public attention after winning both the 2014 Texas Music Showdown and 2014 Shiner Rising Star competitions. The band has quickly spread its musical wings and taken its heavy soul-fueled sound through Texas\, Georgia\, New York and the Midwest.
URL:https://www.texasamerica250.com/event/music-in-the-chamber-1926-1976/
LOCATION:George A. Purefoy Municipal Center\, 6101 Frisco Square Blvd.\, Frisco\, TX\, 75934\, United States
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