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⏳ Last Call for Early-Bird Savings!

Secure your spot at the Texas Historical Commission’s Real Places 2026 conference before your chance to save expires.

Register by this Friday, December 5, at midnight to save up to $210.

💸 Who Gets the Discount?

Early-bird pricing applies to most registration categories—including premium plus, premium, basic, Courthouse Stewards, students, and workshops.

Organizations registering multiple attendees also benefit:

The first registrant pays the early-bird rate, and each additional registrant receives 10 percent off.

🕒 Register Now, Pay Later

• Lock in the early-bird rate now
• Choose “Invoice Me” at checkout—perfect for organizations needing processing time
• *Only available for government and nonprofit employees

🎓 Scholarships and Hotel Stipends Available

Thanks to sponsors like our title partner Phoenix I Restoration and Construction, LLC, the Friends of the Texas Historical Commission is offering a limited number of scholarships and hotel room stipends for qualifying individuals.

But don’t wait—applications are due Friday, January 16.

Learn more on our Pricing page.

Still Deciding? Here’s Why You Should Register Now

Check out our What You Will Gain page to explore all the benefits—and see what past attendees have shared about their Real Places experiences.

Don’t miss this once-a-year celebration of the people, sites, and stories of the Lone Star State. We hope to see you in person or online, April 8–10, 2026, at the Renaissance Austin Hotel!

Thanks to our 2026 Featured Sponsors!