Main Plaza has been a center of San Antonio?s civic life since the 18th century. Its hundreds of years of architecture include governmental, commercial, and religious buildings, one of which is San Fernando Cathedral. Established in 1731, the cathedral is an active place of worship and hosts community events such as celebrations of Las Posadas each December.
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 Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill State Historic Site, La Grange
From Sam Bell Maxey House in Paris, west to Fort McKavett, southeast to Washington-on-the-Brazos, and more, our state historic sites are abuzz with events for the whole family. Plus, there?s still time to shop for gifts at our museum stores! Make your plans today:
Applications are open now for the 2023 Preservation Scholars cohort!
In this paid internship program by the Friends of the Texas Historical Commission, undergraduate and graduate students from underrepresented groups gain exposure to exciting opportunities in the fields of architecture, archeology, downtown revitalization, heritage tourism, and more. Please share this opportunity with your network; the application deadline is March 19.
 Magoffin Home State Historic Site, El Paso
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