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*June 16, 2023*
The Texas Historical Commission preserves and operates 36 state historic sites [ [link removed] ] across Texas. These unique places honor Texas history and inspire an understanding of what it means to be a Texan.
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Judge Eddie E. Harrison Juneteenth Heritage Celebration [ [link removed] ]
"Celebrating the Legacy of the Black Cowboy"
Washington-on-the-Brazos, Washington
Saturday, June 24
Join Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site for the annual Judge Eddie E. Harrison Juneteenth Heritage Celebration. The event is family-friendly and free to enjoy! This year we are celebrating the legacy of the Black cowboy. There will be food, vendors, live music performances, a genealogy workshop, and cowboy demonstrations. In the afternoon, visitors can play baseball and view exhibits from Mance Lipscomb, Johnnie Swearingen, and the Black Cowboy Museum.
More Living History Events:
* June 17: "By Industry We Thrive!" a 19th-Century Trades Program [ [link removed] ], Fort McKavett
* June 17: "Bluff" Games: Gambling and Gaming in German Texan Culture [ [link removed] ], Kreische Brewery, La Grange
* June 17-18: Gentlemanly Pursuits [ [link removed] ], Barrington Plantation, Washington
* June 24: Farmers' Demonstration with Pacha Mama Bees [ [link removed] ], French Legation, Austin
* June 25: Focus Day: Okra, Peanuts, & Potatoes [ [link removed] ], Barrington Plantation, Washington
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Preserving the Arsenal: Behind the Scenes Webinar [ [link removed] ]
Wednesday, June 21
Join the National Museum of the Pacific War for an insider look at how the firearms in the vast collection are maintained. During this 30-minute webinar, Director of Collections and Exhibits Reagan Grau and Maintenance Assistant and Lead Mechanic Aaron Verinder will take viewers through the process of cleaning a firearm and demonstrate step by step how these firearms are preserved for display and living history programs.
More Online Events:
* June 29: From Hope Chests to Museums: How Women Saved the West [ [link removed] ], Friends of the Texas Historical Commission
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Fulton Mansion State Historic Site in Rockport
Plan a Historic Road Trip This Summer [ [link removed] ]
Explore several of our historic road trip itineraries, featuring destinations to experience heritage and history across Texas. Discover state historic sites, outdoor attractions, and local food and lodging. Create new memories while stepping into the past. Don't forget to order your free copy of the Texas State Historic Sites Official Guide [ [link removed] ] to plan your next adventure.
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Register for Summer Institute for Teachers [ [link removed] ]
National Museum of the Pacific War
July 10-14
Join the National Museum of the Pacific War [ [link removed] ] for its inaugural Summer Institute for Teachers! This professional development program is available for educators, particularly those teaching middle- and high-school social studies, over the course of four days. This four-day professional development program provides educators an immersive opportunity to engage in expert-led workshops that explore the Pacific War and provide cross-curricular tools, lessons, and resources for teachers across varying disciplines.
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More Upcoming Events
* June 17-18, 24-25: Villa de Austin Photoquest [ [link removed] ], San Felipe de Austin, San Felipe
* June 17: A Slice of History: Women Like Ike [ [link removed] ], Eisenhower Birthplace, Denison
* 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
* June 18: Father's Day Free Admission for Dads [ [link removed] ], Port Isabel Lighthouse, Port Isabel
* June 20: Board Game Night with Table Ready [ [link removed] ], Starr Family Home, Marshall
* June 21: Brain Trust Brown Bag Lecture Series [ [link removed] ], Magoffin Home, El Paso
* June 24: A History of Mission Dolores [ [link removed] ], Mission Dolores, San Augustine
* July 1: Cooking Class [ [link removed] ], Magoffin Home, El Paso
* July 1: Mosaic Coaster Workshop [ [link removed] ], Sam Bell Maxey House, Paris
* July 1-2: Ich bin ein Amerikaner: A History of Independence Day, [ [link removed] ] Kreische Brewery, La Grange
* July 1: Family Day: Texas Revolution Paper Dolls [ [link removed] ], San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
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