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The Texas Historical Commission preserves and operates 36 state historic sites across Texas. These unique places honor Texas history and inspire an understanding of what it means to be a Texan.
 Fort McKavett State Historic Site
West Texas' frontier forts conjure an image of a different time, when the landscape was undeveloped and wagons dotted the rolling hills. In the mid-1800s, Fort McKavett and Fort Lancaster hosted U.S. Army soldiers while settlers were seeking a safe journey on their treks out west. Experience the frontier forts and discover other heritage attractions in West Texas:
 Fulton Mansion State Historic Site
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 to plan your next adventure.
On June 19, 1865, Union troops in Texas, based out of Galveston, began to enforce the end of slavery following the Civil War. Approximately 250,000 enslaved Black Texans had new legal status, which was further codified when the 13th Amendment was ratified later in the year. Watch a discussion about the impact of emancipation for the newly free Texans who had been enslaved at Levi Jordan and Varner-Hogg plantations.
Join the National Museum of the Pacific War in Fredericksburg for its inaugural Summer Institute for Teachers, July 10-14. This professional development program is available for educators, particularly those teaching middle- and high-school social studies, over the course of four days. The 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.
Museum stores at participating Texas Historical Commission state historic sites are having a 30% off sale, July 3-August 31. Shop unique, history-inspired items that support our programs. From apparel and jewelry to home goods and books, our museum stores have items to match a variety of interests.
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