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On June 19, 1865, Union troops in Texas began to enforce the end of slavery following the Civil War. Approximately 250,000 enslaved Black Texans, including people at sites such as Varner-Hogg Plantation and Levi Jordan Plantation, had new legal status. Learn more about this monumental step in history through our recorded webinar:
 Casa Navarro State Historic Site near the historic center of San Antonio
San Antonio is proud of the rich culture built within the city. Cultural institutions help us keep our sense of community. Now, thanks to Google Arts and Culture and 19+ local cultural institutions?including our Casa Navarro and Landmark Inn state historic sites?people around the world can explore over 1,600 artworks and artifacts from San Antonio online for the first time.
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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- June 17: Donuts with Dad, Sam Bell Maxey House, Paris
- June 17: Donuts & Dad, French Legation, Austin
- June 17: ?By Industry We Thrive!? A 19th-Century Trades Program, Fort McKavett State Historic Site, Fort McKavett
- June 17: A Slice of History: Women Like Ike, Eisenhower Birthplace, Denison
- June 17: History Under the Star: The Experience of Battle, San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
- June 17: ?Bluff? Games: Gambling and Gaming in German Texan Culture, Kreische Brewery, La Grange
- June 17: Living History Saturday: Capitol of the Republic Tour, Washington-on-the-Brazos, Washington
- June 18: Father?s Day Free Admission for Dads, San Felipe de Austin, San Felipe
- June 18: Juneteenth Social Ride presented by Black History Bike Ride, French Legation, Austin
- June 20: Board Game Night with Table Ready, Starr Family Home, Marshall
- June 24: Judge Eddie E. Harrison Juneteenth Heritage Celebration, Washington-on-the-Brazos, Washington
- June 24: A History of Mission Dolores, Mission Dolores, San Augustine
- June 25: Okra, Peanuts, & Potatoes, Barrington Plantation, Washington
- July 1: Cooking Class: Strawberry Shortcake, Magoffin Home, El Paso
- July 1: Dyeing Fabric, Starr Family Home, Marshall
- July 1: Boom: Cannon Demonstration, San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
- July 1-2: Ich bin ein Amerikaner: A History of Independence Day on the Bluff, Kreische Brewery, La Grange
- July 1-2: Summer Sweets, Barrington Plantation, Washington
- July 11: Music at the Mansion, Fulton Mansion, Rockport
- July 15: Bastille Day Celebration, French Legation, Austin
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State historical markers can be found in all 254 Texas counties. Find the one closest to you in our Texas Historic Sites Atlas.
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90 cities are part of the Texas Main Street program. This powerful tool revives local economies and brings communities together.
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The Friends partners with the THC to preserve and protect the cultural heritage of Texas through private philanthropic resources.
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