The THC?s newest state historic site is the Bush Family Home. Built in 1940, the home is listed in the National Register of Historic Places as the residence of an exceptional political family: two U.S. presidents, a first lady, vice president, second lady, and two state governors.
The site reflects the lives of the family through informative exhibits, photos, and furnishings, including George W.?s childhood room, filled with 1950s memorabilia. In addition to visiting the home, you can also follow the site on Facebook and Instagram.
The state?s premier historic preservation conference returns on April 3-5 at the Renaissance Austin Hotel.
Real Places brings together a diverse body of professionals and volunteers to share, learn, and inspire innovative approaches to the preservation of Texas history. It is hosted by the Friends of the Texas Historical Commission in partnership with Phoenix I Restoration and Construction, LLC.
Want to share your preservation expertise??Our call for session and workshop proposals is open now through August 11.?If you have a strategy, success story, creative practice, or unexpected lesson learned that accelerated your preservation effort, we want to hear about it. We are seeking proposals for both breakout sessions (1 hour and 15 minutes) and workshops (4-6 hours).
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more info!
Select museum stores at participating Texas Historical Commission state historic sites are having a 30 percent off sale, happening now through 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.
 Downtown Brenham courtesy Visit Brenham; 11th Street Cowboy Bar in Bandera and Rockport waterfront both courtesy How Big is Texas
The THC?s Heritage Tourism Program is thrilled to announce the seven communities selected to host the Smithsonian Institution?s Museum on Main Street traveling exhibition, ?Crossroads: Change in Rural America.? Catch the exhibit in one of the following communities in 2024-2025. Exact tour dates will be announced next year.
- San Augustine
- Clifton
- Brenham
- Rockport
- Buffalo Gap
- San Elizario
- Bandera
 2023 awardee Barrera?s Supply Company, Inc. in Mission has been serving the Rio Grande Valley since 1918. Photo courtesy of the business.
Business history is local history. Nominate a legacy business near you!
Our Texas Treasure Business Award recognizes the state?s well-established businesses?those continuously operating for 50 or more years?and their exceptional historical contributions to communities across Texas. What historic businesses make your town unique?
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