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 Help Preserve Texas History for Future Generations
Become part of Texas history! Join our dedicated team of volunteers at Texas Historical Commission state historic sites and help share our state's remarkable stories. Whether you're passionate about education, preservation, or simply connecting with visitors, there's a meaningful role waiting for you. Make new friends, develop new skills, and make a lasting impact on how Texas history is preserved and shared. Learn more about volunteer opportunities at thc.texas.gov/volunteer.
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 Discovery Kids with Sam Bell Maxey House
Thursdays in July, Paris
Enjoy a hands-on program where children explore museum work behind the scenes at the Sam Bell Maxey House, learning how artifacts are cared for and exhibits are curated before creating their own displays for public viewing.
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 Experience San Jacinto Summer Camp
July 21-23, La Porte
Campers will relive the events surrounding the Battle of San Jacinto through hands-on activities, crafts, and demonstrations, following the footsteps of Texian and Mexican troops from the Runaway Scrape to the climactic battle.
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Annual Judge Eddie E. Harrison Juneteenth Heritage Celebration
Ich Bin Ein Amerikaner
Celebrate the Fourth of July all week at Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill—bring your own picnic and enjoy the historic grounds. Then, on July 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m, experience "Ich bin ein Amerikaner" with living history demos, a laser shooting range, historic games, flag-making crafts, and ice cream-making as you discover German Texan Independence Day traditions on the Bluff.
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Bastille Day Celebration
Celebrate Bastille Day, the French national holiday commemorating the start of the French Revolution, with Antonelli’s Cheese at Austin’s historic French Legation. On July 12, from 7-9 p.m., join the site for an outdoor cheese tasting featuring curated French cheeses, guided by expert cheesemongers, and bring your own picnic or beverage to enjoy while immersing yourself in the rich history and flavors of France.
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Ready to explore Texas like never before? The Texas History Navigator just launched! The app is your new guide to 18,000+ historical sites and markers across the Lone Star State.
Discover hidden stories, listen to audio tours, check in at landmarks, earn badges, and plan your own historical adventures––all for free. Download now on iOS or Android and start your journey through Texas history today!
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