 Fort McKavett State Historic Site
Fort McKavett State Historic Site?is one of the best-preserved examples of a Texas Indian Wars military post (1850-1875). Throughout the year, the site hosts living-history events to demonstrate daily life on the 19th-century frontier. In the post-Civil War army, regiments were segregated. Members of all four Buffalo Soldier regiments served at Fort McKavett. One of these men was Sgt. Emanuel Stance, 9th Cavalry, who was the first African American soldier to receive the Medal of Honor after the Civil War. Journey through the African American culture and heritage in Texas by?exploring our travel resources.?
Join the National Museum of the Pacific War for the opening of their new exhibit, Children on the Homefront: Growing up with War, this Saturday, February 25. This new interactive exhibit will depict World War II on the homefront in the United States through the eyes of children.?
Visitors will have opportunities to ponder not only the sacrifices made by children on the homefront during the war but also their resilience.
 Casa Navarro State Historic Site
Casa Navarro, a National Historic Landmark, explores the life of one of early Texas? most influential leaders, Jos? Antonio Navarro, through interactive exhibits in his restored 19th-century home in San Antonio. A rancher and merchant, Navarro was one of only two native-born Texans to sign the Texas Declaration of Independence. Celebrate Jos? Antonio Navarro's 228th birthday this Saturday, February 25.
 Fulton Mansion State Historic Site
Explore our?road trip itineraries?for regions across the state, featuring?our state?historic?sites, outdoor attractions, and local food and lodging.?Don't forget to order your free?copy of the?Texas State Historic Sites Official Guide?to plan your next adventure.?
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