Plus: WWII symposium online & in Fredericksburg
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August 18, 2022
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Tejano Monument at the Capitol in Austin, sculpted by Armando Hinojosa of Laredo
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage in Texas this Fall
From the 1500s through today, Spanish and Mexican heritage has shaped Texas, joined by other Latino cultures from the Caribbean and Central America. In recognition of this long history, we celebrate Tejano Heritage Month and Hispanic Heritage Month in September.
At locations such as the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park (the only UNESCO World Heritage site in Texas), our Casa Navarro State Historic Site (a National Historic Landmark), the El Paso Museum of History, and many others, visitors can learn about Tejanos? impact on the Texas Revolution, civil rights, arts and culture, and more.
To find Tejano heritage sites across the state, order our free travel guide [ [link removed] ], ?Hispanic Texans: Journey from Empire to Democracy? (disponible en espa?ol [ [link removed] ], ?Texas Hispano: Viaje Desde El Imperio Hasta La Democracia?):
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Save on Real Places 2023
Early bird registration is open now for Real Places 2023, the premier historic preservation conference in the Lone Star State! Save up to $125 when you register by September 30.
The full conference schedule includes 90 expert speakers from across Texas and the U.S., more than 40 sessions and workshops, several renowned keynote speakers who we can?t wait to announce soon, and lots of fun and interesting activities.
This year, we?re offering the best of both worlds: in person and virtual. Plus, recordings will be available to all attendees, whether joining us online or in person, so you?ll be able to watch those great presentations you missed due to concurrent sessions.
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Annual WWII Symposium to Focus on 1942
1942 was a turning point for World War II. Learn more about the events of that perilous year during the Admiral Nimitz Foundation?s 34th annual symposium, September 16-17.
Hear experts talk about the year that America proved its military might with victories that changed the momentum of the war. Get new insights into the command of Admiral Nimitz, the Army?s role in the Pacific war, and the emergence of women pilots.
This hybrid program will be held both online and in person at the National Museum of the Pacific War in Fredericksburg, in the Historic Nimitz Hotel?s newly renovated ballroom.
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Volunteer with Us in La Grange
Have you ever wondered what the Texas Historical Commission does behind the scenes at Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Sites? Are you curious to get more in-depth knowledge about the brewing process and German heritage of the La Grange community? Interested in contributing to the sites but not sure how?
Join us on Sunday, August 28, between 1 and 4 p.m. for a Volunteer Informational Ice Cream Social. Stop by the visitors center and talk with staff to see where you might fit into the volunteer puzzle. This come-and-go event will have homemade ice cream and brief tours of the site.
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Share Your Feedback on the Statewide Historic Preservation Plan
Over the past year, the Texas Historical Commission has been working with communities and stakeholders across the state to develop a plan that will set the direction for historic preservation activities over the next decade. Now, we need your feedback on the draft plan.
The 50-percent draft of the statewide historic preservation plan is now online. You can read the draft and leave comments through the plan website. We?ll also hold online public feedback sessions later this fall.
Thank you for participating in the Texas preservation movement!
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Upcoming Events
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Sept. 16-17: 1942: The Perilous Year, Admiral Nimitz Foundation Annual Symposium [ [link removed] ]
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Recursos de Viaje en Espa?ol [ [link removed] ]
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Saturdays & Sundays in August: Villa de Austin Photoquest [ [link removed] ], San Felipe de Austin, San Felipe
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Aug. 20: Market Day [ [link removed] ], Varner-Hogg Plantation, West Columbia
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Aug. 20: Giants of Texas History [ [link removed] ], Washington-on-the-Brazos, Washington
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Aug. 20: Dog Days of Summer [ [link removed] ], French Legation, Austin
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Aug. 21: Marker Dedication, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church [ [link removed] ], Caldwell
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Aug. 23: Marker Dedication, Panola College [ [link removed] ], Carthage
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Aug. 27-28: Focus Weekend: The Written Word [ [link removed] ], Barrington Plantation, Washington
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Aug. 28: Volunteer Informational Ice Cream Social [ [link removed] ], Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill, La Grange
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Sept. 2-4: Army Telegraph of the 1870s [ [link removed] ], Fort McKavett State Historic Site, Fort McKavett
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Sept. 3: Pride in the Pacific [ [link removed] ], National Museum of the Pacific War, Fredericksburg
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Sept. 3: Cooking Class: Postre de Arroz [ [link removed] ], Magoffin Home, El Paso
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Sept. 6: Book Club: Devil in the White City [ [link removed] ], Sam Bell Maxey House, Paris
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Sept. 7: Marker Dedication, Lawrence-Hubert House [ [link removed] ], Cameron
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Sept. 10: Focus Weekend: Fanthorp Family Cemetery [ [link removed] ], Fanthorp Inn, Anderson
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Sept. 10: Runaway Scrape Escape [ [link removed] ], Star of the Republic Museum, Washington
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Sept. 16-17: 1942: The Perilous Year, Admiral Nimitz Foundation Annual Symposium [ [link removed] ], National Museum of the Pacific War, Fredericksburg
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