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May 18, 2023
Closeup of the lamp in a historic lighthouse at dusk, with a causeway and barrier island in view in the distance [ [link removed] ]
The lens at Port Isabel Lighthouse stands nearly five feet tall. Photo courtesy Artworks Florida, which made the reproduction lens.
Shining a Light on Gulf Coast History
For more than 170 years, the Port Isabel Lighthouse has stood watch over the southern coast of Texas. In late 2022, it received an upgrade?a new light.
Our Historic Sites Division coordinated the reproduction of an accurate, functioning lens and lamp to be fitted into the lantern room at the top of the lighthouse. This installation offers visitors to Port Isabel Lighthouse State Historic Site [ [link removed] ] a glimpse into the working past of the structure and the service it provided to the Gulf Coast.
*PLAN A VISIT* [ [link removed] ]
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Blue clapboard house like a quintessential child?s drawing [ [link removed] ]
Levy?s Electric House, photo courtesy of the property owner
Spend the Night in a Historic Galveston Property
Ever wanted to know more about the historic hotel, bed and breakfast, or short-term rental you?ve booked? Our Heritage Tourism Program is launching a new community partnership, starting in Galveston. With the help of local archivists and historians, property owners are uncovering details about their buildings and the original inhabitants and sharing these fascinating stories with overnight guests. Head to TexasTimeTravel.com to learn more:
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Nominate Someone: Texas Historical Commission Preservation Awards [ [link removed] ]
Honoring Preservation Heroes
Preserving history and heritage takes effort. Recognize someone in your community for their hard work!
The Texas Historical Commission offers annual awards to recognize worthy accomplishments and exemplary leadership in the preservation of Texas? heritage. These awards cover achievements in the fields of archeology, historic architecture, museums, community heritage development, and more. Nominations are open through July 14.
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Upcoming Events
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*Online:*
* May 25: The Flagship of Texas Citrus [ [link removed] ], Friends of the Texas Historical Commission
* June 15: Discover Your Roots: A Genealogy Webinar for Beginners [ [link removed] ], Starr Family Home
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*In Person:*
* May 20: Bluff Schuetzenfest 2023 [ [link removed] ], Kreische Brewery, La Grange
* May 20: Downtown Mural Walking Tour [ [link removed] ], Casa Navarro, San Antonio
* May 20: Historical marker dedication, Holy Family Catholic Church Parish [ [link removed] ], Missouri City
* May 20-21: Ploughing the Weeds [ [link removed] ], Barrington Plantation, Washington
* May 26-28: Texas Rangers at the Fort [ [link removed] ], Fort McKavett State Historic Site, Fort McKavett
* May 27: Foraging Along the Trail [ [link removed] ], Mission Dolores, San Augustine
* May 27: Arts and Crafts Fair [ [link removed] ], Landmark Inn, Castroville
* May 27: Pacific Valor Battle Reenactment [ [link removed] ], National Museum of the Pacific War, Fredericksburg
* May 27: Boom: Cannon Demonstration [ [link removed] ], San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
* May 29: Memorial Day Commemoration [ [link removed] ], National Museum of the Pacific War, Fredericksburg
* June 2: Backyard Movie Night: Encanto [ [link removed] ], Starr Family Home, Marshall
* June 3: Nighttime Photography [ [link removed] ], Fort McKavett State Historic Site, Fort McKavett
* June 3: Cooking Class: Strawberry Ice Cream [ [link removed] ], Magoffin Home, El Paso
* June 8: Historical marker dedication, Woody-Kutch Livestock Commission Company [ [link removed] ], Fort Worth
* June 10: Enslaved and Free Black Citizens of San Felipe de Austin [ [link removed] ], Stephen F. Austin State Park Nature Center, San Felipe
* June 10: Hidden Stories [ [link removed] ], National Museum of the Pacific War, Fredericksburg
* June 10: Plein Air Painting Demonstration [ [link removed] ], French Legation, Austin
* June 10: Cycling Saturday [ [link removed] ] and Battleground Bike Tour [ [link removed] ], San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
* June 10-11: Putting Up for Winter [ [link removed] ], Barrington Plantation, Washington
* June 11: Cornapalooza [ [link removed] ], Casa Navarro, San Antonio
* June 13: Music at the Mansion [ [link removed] ], Fulton Mansion, Rockport
* June 17: Historic Foodways Demonstration: Infused Oils and Vinegars [ [link removed] ], Starr Family Home, Marshall
* June 17: History Under the Star: The Experience of Battle [ [link removed] ], San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
* June 18: Father?s Day Free Admission for Dads [ [link removed] ], San Felipe de Austin, San Felipe
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