SPECIAL EVENTS
Feb 2026
The Republic of Texas is no more! – 02/19/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us as we commemorate the 180th anniversary of Texas Statehood. On February 19, 1846, Anson Jones lowered the Texas flag and raised the American… Learn More>>
Preparing for a Convention: Making Benches and Chairs – 02/21/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
190 years ago, in February 1836, the town of Washington was preparing for the most important meeting in Texas History, the Convention of 1836. 59… Learn More>>
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>>
Mar 2026
Beasts of Burden – 03/14/2026 - 03/15/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Plowing the land was a quintessential 1850s farming skill! Livestock trained to work, such as horses, mules, and oxen, played a vital role in the… Learn More>>
Tribal Rendezvous & Stagecoach Ride – 03/28/2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In 1844 Sam Houston wrote that members of the Shawnee and Delaware tribes gathered near Fanthorp to exchange pelts and goods. Stop by the inn… Learn More>>
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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.
