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"In Vino Veritas"

*Aug 9, Fanthorp Inn*

Discover the story of a French immigrant’s sweet port wine made from wild Texas grapes at Fanthorp’s hotel [ [link removed] ]—stop by to see how it was done!

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Wayzgoose time!

*Aug 23, San Felipe de Austin*

Celebrate printers' tradition with San Felipe de Austin [ [link removed] ]—create your own hat, try your hand at press printing, and enjoy classic Wayzgoose festivities!

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Weapons and Wounds of the Texas Revolution with Dr. Richard Bruce Winders

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*Aug 16, San Jacinto Battleground [ [link removed] ]*

Join Dr. Richard Bruce Winders for an in-depth look [ [link removed] ] at the weaponry of the Texas Revolution, exploring the arms used in battle and the injuries they caused. Discover the harsh realities of wound treatment in the 18th and 19th centuries and find out what it was really like to be wounded by these historic weapons.



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On the Plantation Porch: Art & Interpretation

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*Aug 16, Levi Jordan Plantation [ [link removed] ]*

Join the Levi Jordan team for a lecture and discussion with artists and historical educators [ [link removed] ], featuring Mathieu Jean Baptiste as he shares the inspiration behind his painting “Echoes From The Field,” honoring the stories of the Levi Jordan Plantation. Discover how artists use history to create powerful works that preserve truth, inspire healing, and celebrate resilience through art.



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Novice to Journeyman: Lessons from the Printing Trade

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*Aug 28, San Felipe de Austin [ [link removed] ]*

Staff and volunteers at San Felipe de Austin will give a roundtable discussion [ [link removed] ] about their journey learning how to print using a movable type press. The many years of experience provided by the panel and many different avenues into printing will be sure to insight a fascinating discussion about the historic trade.












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