• Legacy on the Land: Cornelia Adair’s JA Ranch

    Charles and Mary Ann Goodnight Ranch State Historic Site 2000 US HWY 287, Clarendon, TX, United States

    While our country turns 250 years old, the first cattle ranch in the Texas Panhandle, the famed JA, turns 150! In honor of this momentous occasion, Dr. Alex Hunt from West Texas A&M University is visiting the Goodnight Ranch on Saturday, August 22nd at 11 am and will look back at the history of the […]

    free
  • Finding Your Roots: Genealogy at the Fulton Mansion

    Fulton Mansion State Historic Site 317 S. Fulton Beach Rd., Rockport, Texas, United States

    As part of our America 250 celebration, join us at the Fulton Mansion for a genealogy presentation that connects the past to the present through family history. We’ll explore how archival records, census data, and family heirlooms can reveal rich, personal stories. Participants will learn beginner-friendly techniques to start their own genealogical research, with tips […]

    included with site admission
  • A Night of Honor Music & Legacy | AMERICA 250 | TEXAS 250

    Arneson River Theatre 418 Villita Street, San Antonio, TX, United States

    Veterans Soirée on the Riverwalk: Honoring Service, Celebrating America Join The Platform Magazine Foundation for an unforgettable evening. Join The Platform Magazine Foundation for the Veterans Soirée on the River Walk, a special evening dedicated to honoring veterans, military families, and the enduring spirit of American service. Held at the historic Arneson River Theatre in San […]

  • Texas Capital Air Show

    San Marcos Regional Airport 1807 Airport Dr, San Marcos, TX, United States

    The Texas Capital Air Show is a family-friendly community event taking place at the San Marcos Airport, November 7th & 8th. We hope to draw families and aviation enthusiasts from all over Central Texas and beyond. Our goal is to host a world-class patriotic event that celebrates aviation, and honors the military, first responders, and […]

  • Fields of Honor Set-Up

    San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site 3523 Independence Parkway South, La Porte, TX, 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.

    no cost
  • Fields of Honor Cleanup Day

    San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site 3523 Independence Parkway South, La Porte, TX, 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.

    no cost