Texas Independence Day Celebration

February 27 & 28

 

SPECIAL EVENTS

Jan 2026

Butchering & Curing

Butchering & Curing – 01/10/2026 - 01/11/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Butchering livestock was a very necessary way of life in the mid-19th century. Their main source of meat, pork, has been preserved by drying, salting… Learn More>>


Coffee at Fanthorp Inn

Coffee at Fanthorp Inn – 01/10/2026 - 01/11/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Henry Fanthorp was said to serve a cup of coffee so strong that it could bear up an iron wedge! During this program we will… Learn More>>


Blacksmithing

Blacksmithing – 01/17/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Join us Saturday, January 17 as we fire up the forge! Watch blacksmithing demonstrations of nail and hardware making in the newly recreated blacksmith shop.… Learn More>>


Crockett Comes to Town

Crockett Comes to Town – 01/24/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

In late January 1836, the Tennessee Mounted Volunteers under William Harrison’s command arrived in Washington on their way to San Antonio and the Alamo. Among… Learn More>>


Huddle 'round the Hearth

Huddle 'round the Hearth – 01/24/2026 - 01/25/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

What do you do on cold days? Some outdoor work must still be done, but there are also indoor tasks like mending clothes or harness… Learn More>>


Feb 2026

Texas Independence Day Celebration

Texas Independence Day Celebration – 02/27/2026 - 02/28/2026
All Day

SAVE THE DATE because the Texas Independence Day Celebration is back! After two years of exciting renovations to the historic site, we are happy to… Learn More>>


 

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Help fence me in! Split rail fence building
12/06/2025    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Split-rail fence was a common sight around the homes of settlers. Come learn about an iconic American fence style, at the newly recreated Samuel Heath's [...]
Candlelight Christmas
12/12/2025 - 12/13/2025    
6:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Silent Night and gunshots, festive music and solemn moments—an 1850s Texan Christmas experience! Discover the origins of some of our favorite Holiday traditions on December [...]
Smoking Bishops and Charles Dickens
12/20/2025    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us in the newly recreated Hatfield's Exchange as we celebrate the Christmas Season with readings from Charles Dickens, the making of historic seasonal drink [...]
Bleigießen (Lead pouring) at Fanthorp Inn
12/27/2025    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Looking for something to do after the holidays? Curious about what 2026 holds in store for you? Stop by the inn next Saturday as we [...]
19th Century Medicine
01/03/2026    
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Doctors in the 19th century had different remedies, tools, and practices than doctors today. Doctor was also one of the most common professions among signers [...]
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Since most events occur at least partially outside, guests should dress appropriately for the weather and uneven terrain. Programs and events are open to all ages; children must be accompanied by an adult.