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Let's Celebrate the Birthplace of Texas
November 8, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Washington
Be among the first to experience the reimagined Washington-on-the-Brazos state historic site [ [link removed] ]! The birthplace of Texas is reopening its doors with a bold new vision, celebrating Texas' rich past and bright future.
New features include a new visitor center, an expanded Star of the Republic Museum with new theaters and interactive exhibitions, and a recreated Washington Townsite that brings history to life. Mark your calendar and join us for this historic reopening!
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Get Into the Spirit
Calaveras Poem Workshop
Illustration of skeletons
October 23, 6–4 p.m., San Antonio
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a creative twist at Casa Navarro's [ [link removed] ] Calaveras Poem Workshop [ [link removed] ]! Discover the tradition behind these witty, reflective poems that honor life and death, then craft your own with guidance and inspiration.
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Memories of Monument Hill: A Lantern-Led Theatrical Experience
Tower illuminated by lantern light
October 24-25, 5:30–9 p.m., La Grange
Join a guided nighttime walk [ [link removed] ] illuminated by lantern light as costumed performers bring to life the dramatic tales of the Dawson and Mier Expeditions along Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill's [ [link removed] ] historic trails. Stay a while to enjoy chilling folklore and local legends around the storyteller’s circle.
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Ghosts Along the Brazos
October 25, 5–9 p.m., West Columbia
Discover the spooky side of Brazoria County at Ghosts Along the Brazos [ [link removed] ], an evening filled with haunted tales, and eerie storytelling. Enjoy free admission, along with drinks and games, as you dare to explore the history of Varner-Hogg Plantation [ [link removed] ] and this historic Texas region.
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Behind the Veil: Victorian Mourning and Spirit Hoaxes
October 25, 5:30–8:30 p.m., Paris
Step into the shadowy world of Victorian grief and spiritualism at Sam Bell Maxey House [ [link removed] ]. Explore mourning customs, séance scenes, and the intriguing tricks mediums used to simulate contact with spirits. This family-friendly event [ [link removed] ] reveals the captivating blend of belief and showmanship in 19th-century America.
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Plan Ahead for These Upcoming Events
A Day of Remembrance
November 8, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Join Levi Jordan Plantation [ [link removed] ] for the 5th annual Day of Remembrance, [ [link removed] ] honoring the history of those who were enslaved or sharecropped through powerful presentations, special exhibits, and a family meal.
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Women dressed in traditional Caddo clothing
Caddo Culture Day
November 15, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Celebrate Caddo history and culture at Caddo Culture Day [ [link removed] ], featuring family-friendly activities, traditional cooking demonstrations, and other opportunities to learn at Caddo Mounds state historic site [ [link removed] ].
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Fields of Honor: A Luminous Tribute
Lanterns lined up on a field in front of monument
December 6, 6–11 p.m.
Fields of Honor [ [link removed] ] is a powerful commemoration of the 21,500 Texans who gave their lives in armed conflict. Thousands of candles will illuminate the San Jacinto Battlefield [ [link removed] ], honoring their sacrifice and legacy. Volunteers are needed December 5–7 to help prepare, place, and collect luminaries—sign up today [ [link removed] ] to be part of this moving tribute.
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George H.W. Bush Gallery Re-Opening
Front of National Museum of the Pacific War
December 6, 10–10:30 a.m.
Celebrate the grand re-opening of the George H.W. Bush Gallery [ [link removed] ] at the National Museum of the Pacific War [ [link removed] ]—its first major renovation since 2009. Enjoy a special ceremony followed by free admission all day, and explore new artifacts, interactive displays, and immersive storytelling in the reimagined gallery.
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