TPWD Calendar
Use the links in the left column to find events by activity, region, site and date. Links are also listed for canceled events and restricted access to sites, as well as special calendars for landowners, state parks and wildlife management areas.
History - Living, Native American, Tours, Exhibits
December 2006 — Fort Leaton SHS — Historic Site Tours — Find out about the oldest continuously inhabited farming community in North America and visit one of the largest adobe structures in Texas on this tour. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; fees, include tour, museum and entry fee, free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $1 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under; reservations required for groups (432) 229-3613. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Leaton SHS]
December 2006 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Group History Tours — The Historic and Scenic and Monument Hill guided walking tours are available to groups of 10 or more by reservation only. Hear the history of Monument Hill, how Texas developed after the Mexican American War and about German immigrant H. L. Kreische, his home and brewery on the longer Historic and Scenic tour. Learn about the history of Monument Hill only in the shorter Monument Hill tour. Tours last approximately one to 1-1/2 hours; fees for either tour free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $3.50 non-members Historic and Scenic tour, $2 non-members Monument Hill tour, $1 students either tour; reservations required (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
December 2–3, 9–10, 16–17, 23, 30–31, 2006 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Tours — What was life like for people traveling across the wilds of Texas in the middle of the 1800s? Where did they stay overnight? How did they keep in touch without e-mail? Visit us and discover the answers to these questions and a whole lot more! This restored 1850s stagecoach inn is furnished with original, period and reproduction furniture and artifacts for a true glimpse into the frontier days of Texas. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $2 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
December 23, 2006 — Cedar Hill SP — Penn Farm Tour — Learn what life on the farm was like from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 2-3:30 p.m.; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900 Ext. 232. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Cedar Hill SP]
January 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Group History Tours — The Historic and Scenic and Monument Hill guided walking tours are available to groups of 10 or more by reservation only. Hear the history of Monument Hill, how Texas developed after the Mexican American War and about German immigrant H. L. Kreische, his home and brewery on the longer Historic and Scenic tour. Learn about the history of Monument Hill only in the shorter Monument Hill tour. Tours last approximately one to 1-1/2 hours; fees for either tour free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $3.50 non-members Historic and Scenic tour, $2 non-members Monument Hill tour, $1 students either tour; reservations required (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
January 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Kreische Brewery Tours — Every Saturday and Sunday weather permitting. Take a guided, walking tour with a trained docent through the ruins of one of the first breweries in Texas. Learn how German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische, built and operated one of the first commercial 19th century breweries. Weather permitting. 2-3 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $2 non-members, $1 students; available to groups of 10 or more by reservation (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
January 6, 2007 — San Angelo SP — Prehistoric Permian Tracks Tour — Go back in time on this two-mile hike to see tracks left by Permian Period vertebrate animals. Meet at the South Shore gatehouse. 10-11:30 a.m. (325) 949-4757. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About San Angelo SP]
January 6–7, 13–14, 20–21, 27–28, 2007 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Tours — What was life like for people traveling across the wilds of Texas in the middle of the 1800s? Where did they stay overnight? How did they keep in touch without e-mail? Visit us and discover the answers to these questions and a whole lot more! This restored 1850s stagecoach inn is furnished with original, period and reproduction furniture and artifacts for a true glimpse into the frontier days of Texas. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $2 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
January 7, 14, 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Kreische House Tours — Take a guided, walking tour with a trained docent through the 1850s, three-story home of master stonemason and German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische. Witness his craftsmanship and learn of the Kreische family history. Tours last approximately one hour, and are organized as visitors arrive. 1:30-4 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $2 non-members, $1 students; available to groups of 10 or more by reservation on other dates (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
January 13, 2007 — Goliad SP — Los Pastores - A Shephers's Play — Created when Spain came to the New World, shepherd's plays were used to teach Native Americans about Spanish culture and religion through song and dance. Come find out what it was like to be an 18th Century Native American new to the sights and sounds of Mission Espiritu Santo! The program is presented by the members of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, San Antonio. 2-4 p.m. (361) 645-3405. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Goliad SP] [Featured Events]
January 13, 2007 — Magoffin Home SHS — Stories of Spirits — In this special two-hour tour, the historical tour is expanded to include stories of spirits and odd events that occur in the house. Starts promptly at 10 a.m.; fees $5 per person, no children under 12 please; reservations required (915) 533-5147. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Magoffin Home SHS]
January 20, 2007 — Battleship Texas SHS — Hard Hat Tour — Take a guided tour of the Battleship USS TEXAS, entering areas rarely seen by the public! Bring a flashlight or headlamp, wear old comfortable clothes, rubber sole deck shoes and bring a camera if you wish. There will be four three-and-one-half hour tours beginning at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. A limited number of tour slots are open to anyone 14 and older by reservation only. Please be prompt for your reserved tour time and be ready to explore! Suggested minimum donation of $30 (cash or check ONLY) due the day of the tour; reservations required, (281) 479-2431 Ext. 234. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Battleship Texas SHS]
January 20, 2007 — Cedar Hill SP — Penn Farm Tour — Learn what life on the farm was like from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 2-3:30 p.m.; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900 Ext. 232. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Cedar Hill SP]
January 20, 2007 — Mission Tejas SP — Blacksmithing Demonstration — Weather permitting, local smiths will demonstrate the basics of metalworking by making handy household items. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (936) 687-2394. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Mission Tejas SP]
February 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Group History Tours — The Historic and Scenic and Monument Hill guided walking tours are available to groups of 10 or more by reservation only. Hear the history of Monument Hill, how Texas developed after the Mexican American War and about German immigrant H. L. Kreische, his home and brewery on the longer Historic and Scenic tour. Learn about the history of Monument Hill only in the shorter Monument Hill tour. Tours last approximately one to 1-1/2 hours; fees for either tour free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $3.50 non-members Historic and Scenic tour, $2 non-members Monument Hill tour, $1 students either tour; reservations required (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
February 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Kreische Brewery Tours — Every Saturday and Sunday weather permitting. Take a guided, walking tour with a trained docent through the ruins of one of the first breweries in Texas. Learn how German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische, built and operated one of the first commercial 19th century breweries. Weather permitting. 2-3 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $2 non-members, $1 students; available to groups of 10 or more by reservation (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
February 3–4, 11, 17–18, 24–25, 2007 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Tours — What was life like for people traveling across the wilds of Texas in the middle of the 1800s? Where did they stay overnight? How did they keep in touch without e-mail? Visit us and discover the answers to these questions and a whole lot more! This restored 1850s stagecoach inn is furnished with original, period and reproduction furniture and artifacts for a true glimpse into the frontier days of Texas. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $2 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
February 4, 11, 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Kreische House Tours — Take a guided, walking tour with a trained docent through the 1850s, three-story home of master stonemason and German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische. Witness his craftsmanship and learn of the Kreische family history. Tours last approximately one hour, and are organized as visitors arrive. 1:30-4 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $2 non-members, $1 students; available to groups of 10 or more by reservation on other dates (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
February 4–18, 2007 — Landmark Inn SHS — Quilt Exhibit — Over 30 hand-made quilts from private Castroville collections on display in the exhibit hall. Churn-dashed, nine-patch, wedding ring and appliqu d quilts, some never shown before. Open daily, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; fees $2 adults, free for children 12 and under (830) 931-2133. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Landmark Inn SHS]
February 10, 2007 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Stagecoach Days — Join cowboys, musicians and period characters for a trip into the past. Ride our bright red, replica stagecoach; tour the 1850s stagecoach inn; listen to the sweet sounds of the Star of Texas Dulcimers and enjoy the oft-times funny, sometimes sad cowboy poetry of Kenny Lewis. The entire family will enjoy a day of nostalgia with out-of-the-ordinary experiences. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; fees $1 Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $2.50 children 12 and under (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
February 10, 2007 — Magoffin Home SHS — Stories of Spirits — In this special two-hour tour, the historical tour is expanded to include stories of spirits and odd events that occur in the house. Starts promptly at 10 a.m.; fees $5 per person, no children under 12 please; reservations required (915) 533-5147. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Magoffin Home SHS]
February 10–11, 2007 — Battleship Texas SHS — Remember the Maine — This memorial event pays tribute to the Americans who fought in the Spanish American War, and to the first U.S. Navy ship to bear the name TEXAS, which played a crucial role in the American Naval victory in Cuba. Historical interpreters will stage small arms demonstrations, from flintlocks to machineguns and you can visit encampments depicting the various eras of our nation's military history. A memorial service honoring Americans who have died in the service of our country will be held on the bow of the Battleship TEXAS at 3 p.m. Saturday and at noon Sunday. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $10 non-members, $5 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under (281) 479-2431. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Battleship Texas SHS]
February 17, 2007 — Mission Tejas SP — Blacksmithing Demonstration — Weather permitting, local smiths will demonstrate the basics of metalworking by making handy household items. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (936) 687-2394. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Mission Tejas SP]
February 17, 2007 — Varner-Hogg Plantation SHS — Barn Day Fun — Journey into the past with demonstrations of traditional crafts and food preparation techniques from the turn of the century as you and your family explore Texas history. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. (979) 345-4656. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Varner-Hogg Plantation SHS]
February 24, 2007 — Cedar Hill SP — Penn Farm Tour — Learn what life on the farm was like from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 2-3:30 p.m.; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900 Ext. 232. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Cedar Hill SP]
March 4, 11, 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Kreische House Tours — Take a guided, walking tour with a trained docent through the 1850s, three-story home of master stonemason and German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische. Witness his craftsmanship and learn of the Kreische family history. Tours last approximately one hour, and are organized as visitors arrive. 1:30-4 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $2 non-members, $1 students; available to groups of 10 or more by reservation on other dates (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
March 2007 — Fort Leaton SHS — Historic Site Tours — Find out about the oldest continuously inhabited farming community in North America and visit one of the largest adobe structures in Texas on this tour. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; fees, include tour, museum and entry fee, free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $1 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under; reservations required for groups (432) 229-3613. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Leaton SHS]
March 2007 — Fort Leaton SHS — Living History Tours — Learn about the colorful history of the historic adobe structure and how it influenced the area. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; fees include tour, museum and entry fee, free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $1 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under; reservations required for groups (432) 229-3613. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Leaton SHS]
March 2007 — Fort Leaton SHS — Pancho Villa Rides Again! — Pancho rides into Fort Leaton and will be staying with us a while. A traveling exhibit on loan from the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University, it tells the story of the Battle of Ojinaga, a turning point in the Mexican Revolution. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; fee $3 includes entry fee to museum; advance reservations required for groups. For more information, call (432) 229-3613. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Leaton SHS]
March 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Group History Tours — The Historic and Scenic and Monument Hill guided walking tours are available to groups of 10 or more by reservation only. Hear the history of Monument Hill, how Texas developed after the Mexican American War and about German immigrant H. L. Kreische, his home and brewery on the longer Historic and Scenic tour. Learn about the history of Monument Hill only in the shorter Monument Hill tour. Tours last approximately one to 1-1/2 hours; fees for either tour free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $3.50 non-members, senior citizens and students for Historic and Scenic tour, $2 non-members for Monument Hill tour, $1 students; reservations required (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
March 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Kreische Brewery Tours — Every Saturday and Sunday weather permitting. Take a guided, walking tour with a trained docent through the ruins of one of the first breweries in Texas. Learn how German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische, built and operated one of the first commercial 19th century breweries. Weather permitting. 2-3 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $2 non-members, $1 students; available to groups of 10 or more by reservation (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
March 3, 2007 — Caddoan Mounds SHS — Formal Museum and Trail Tour — The museum will not only have it normal decor of murals, pictures and artifacts, but will also have an assortment of historical pictures on display, including verbal interpretation of the site's archeological past studies. A thorough examination of the importance of archeological research and surveys, purpose in the importance of this historic site, and connection to how modern day history can relate will be given. 9 a.m.-noon; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $2 non-members, $1 senior citizens and free for children 12 and under (936) 858-3218. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Caddoan Mounds SHS]
March 3–4, 11, 17–18, 24–25, 31, 2007 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Tours — What was life like for people traveling across the wilds of Texas in the middle of the 1800s? Where did they stay overnight? How did they keep in touch without e-mail? Visit us and discover the answers to these questions and a whole lot more! This restored 1850s stagecoach inn is furnished with original, period and reproduction furniture and artifacts for a true glimpse into the frontier days of Texas. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members and senior citizens, $1.50 children 12 and under (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
March 10, 2007 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Stagecoach Days — Join cowboys, musicians and period characters for a trip into the past. Ride our bright red, replica stagecoach; tour the 1850s stagecoach inn; listen to the sweet sounds of the Star of Texas Dulcimers and enjoy the oft-times funny, sometimes sad cowboy poetry of Kenny Lewis. The entire family will enjoy a day of nostalgia with out-of-the-ordinary experiences. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; fees $1 Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $2.50 children 12 and under (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
March 10, 2007 — Mission Tejas SP — Pioneer Tools — After a tour of the historic Rice family home, pioneer tools and woodworking techniques will be demonstrated. Included will be the use of the poll axe, broadaxe, adzes, froe, drawknife and shaving horse, augers and many other tools. 10 a.m.-noon (936) 687-2394. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Mission Tejas SP]
March 10, 2007 — Mission Tejas SP — Pioneer Toys and Games — Learn about toys that might have been available to pioneer children and games that children played from the early 1800s. Children of all ages will be allowed to try out some of the toys and games (with adult supervision). 1:30-3:30 p.m. (936) 687-2394. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Mission Tejas SP]
March 17, 2007 — Battleship Texas SHS — Hard Hat Tour — Take a guided tour of the Battleship USS TEXAS, entering areas rarely seen by the public! Bring a flashlight or headlamp, wear old comfortable clothes, rubber sole deck shoes and bring a camera if you wish. There will be four three-and-one-half hour tours beginning at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. A limited number of tour slots are open to anyone 14 and older by reservation only. Please be prompt for your reserved tour time and be ready to explore! Suggested minimum donation of $30 (cash or check ONLY) due the day of the tour; reservations required, (281) 479-2431 Ext. 234. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Battleship Texas SHS]
March 18, 2007 — San Jacinto Battleground SHS — 24th Annual Fords of the 50s Old Car Show and Picnic — See hundreds of classic cars, none newer than 1980 models. Bring your picnic basket and enjoy good food, folks and fun! Gates open at 9 a.m., awards presented at 2 p.m.; vehicle registration fee $5 for those entered in the show; for more information, visit http://www.fordsofthe50s.com or call David Jackson (281) 599-7920. (281) 479-2431. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About San Jacinto Battleground SHS] [Featured Events]
March 23–24, 2007 — Fort McKavett SHS — West Texas Heritage Education and Living History Days — Friday, all schools are invited to come join over 100 re-enactors and living historians as they teach Indian Wars history with fun games, activities and events. Everyone is invited on Saturday to enjoy the day that will include infantry, artillery and cavalry reenactments, a barbecue lunch sponsored by Friends of Fort McKavett and many other activities. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; call for more information (325) 396-2358. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort McKavett SHS] [Featured Events]
March 24, 2007 — Cedar Hill SP — Penn Farm Tour — Learn what life on the farm was like from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 2-3:30 p.m.; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900 Ext. 232. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Cedar Hill SP]
March 24–25, 2007 — Barrington Living History Farm-Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS — True Texas Women — Explore the lives of women such as Mary Jones who helped to settle Texas. Relive those hectic days as Texas evolved from Mexican colony to Republic to annexation by the United States. 10 a.m.-54 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $2 students, free children six and under (936) 878-2213. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region]
April 1, 8, 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Kreische House Tours — Take a guided, walking tour with a trained docent through the 1850s, three-story home of master stonemason and German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische. Witness his craftsmanship and learn of the Kreische family history. Tours last approximately one hour, and are organized as visitors arrive. 1:30-4 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $2 non-members, $1 students; available to groups of 10 or more by reservation on other dates (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
April 2007 — Fort Leaton SHS — Historic Site Tours — Find out about the oldest continuously inhabited farming community in North America and visit one of the largest adobe structures in Texas on this tour. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; fees, include tour, museum and entry fee, free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $1 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under; reservations required for groups (432) 229-3613. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Leaton SHS]
April 2007 — Fort Leaton SHS — Living History Tours — Learn about the colorful history of the historic adobe structure and how it influenced the area. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; fees include tour, museum and entry fee, free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $1 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under; reservations required for groups (432) 229-3613. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Leaton SHS]
April 2007 — Fort Leaton SHS — Pancho Villa Rides Again! — Pancho rides into Fort Leaton and will be staying with us a while. A traveling exhibit on loan from the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University, it tells the story of the Battle of Ojinaga, a turning point in the Mexican Revolution. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; fee $3 includes entry fee to museum; advance reservations required for groups. For more information, call (432) 229-3613. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Leaton SHS]
April 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Group History Tours — The Historic and Scenic and Monument Hill guided walking tours are available to groups of 10 or more by reservation only. Hear the history of Monument Hill, how Texas developed after the Mexican American War and about German immigrant H. L. Kreische, his home and brewery on the longer Historic and Scenic tour. Learn about the history of Monument Hill only in the shorter Monument Hill tour. Tours last approximately one to 1-1/2 hours; fees for either tour free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $3.50 non-members, senior citizens and students for Historic and Scenic tour, $2 non-members for Monument Hill tour, $1 students; reservations required (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
April 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Kreische Brewery Tours — Every Saturday and Sunday weather permitting. Take a guided, walking tour with a trained docent through the ruins of one of the first breweries in Texas. Learn how German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische, built and operated one of the first commercial 19th century breweries. Weather permitting. 2-3 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $2 non-members, $1 students; available to groups of 10 or more by reservation (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
April 7, 2007 — San Angelo SP — Dave Macey Gravesite - The Mystery Remains — Located above a Native American bison kill site and on top of Macey's Ridge lies the 1847 gravesite of David Macey. Who was he? Where did he come from? Why was he here? Park interpreter or volunteer will tell the story and leave the rest to your imagination. Meet at the South Shore Gatehouse. This program is also available on request to groups of 10 or more. 10-11:30 a.m. (325) 949-4757. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About San Angelo SP]
April 7, 15, 21–22, 27–28, 2007 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Tours — What was life like for people traveling across the wilds of Texas in the middle of the 1800s? Where did they stay overnight? How did they keep in touch without e-mail? Visit us and discover the answers to these questions and a whole lot more! This restored 1850s stagecoach inn is furnished with original, period and reproduction furniture and artifacts for a true glimpse into the frontier days of Texas. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members and senior citizens, $1.50 children 12 and under (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
April 13–15, 2007 — Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway — Fort Richardson Days — We will celebrate our 140th anniversary by turning back time, inviting all manner of living historians and historical re-enactors to take us back to the 1860s and 70s. Friday will be dedicated to all school groups to participate and meet the presenters. Saturday will be open to all visitors to meet and interact with the live-action, historical displays and their characters. See an 1860s baseball game; laundresses take in troopers' wash; soap-making, bread baking and afternoon tea with the ladies' contingent while the cavalry, infantry and artillery show off their skills throughout the day. Sunday will be a relaxing time to visit with the presenters, historical characters and participants and inquire about how to become one of us. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-noon Sunday; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $2 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under (940) 567-3506. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway] [Featured Events]
April 14, 2007 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Stagecoach Days — Join cowboys, musicians and period characters for a trip into the past. Ride our bright red, replica stagecoach; tour the 1850s stagecoach inn; listen to the sweet sounds of the Star of Texas Dulcimers and enjoy the oft-times funny, sometimes sad cowboy poetry of Kenny Lewis. The entire family will enjoy a day of nostalgia with out-of-the-ordinary experiences. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; fees $1 Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $2.50 children 12 and under (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
April 14, 2007 — Mission Tejas SP — El Camino Real Archeology Tour — Weather permitting, hear a brief history of the first Spanish Mission in East Texas where Texas got its name. Then take a scenic half-mile hike through the woods and see the site of the Nebedache Indian Village and stand in the traces of El Camino Real de los Tejas where Davy Crockett, Sam Houston, Jim Bowie and many other characters in Texas history rode. 9:30 a.m.-noon (936) 687-2394. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Mission Tejas SP]
April 21, 2007 — Caddoan Mounds SHS — Formal Museum and Trail Tour — The museum will not only have it normal decor of murals, pictures and artifacts, but will also have an assortment of historical pictures on display, including verbal interpretation of the site's archeological past studies. A thorough examination of the importance of archeological research and surveys, purpose in the importance of this historic site, and connection to how modern day history can relate will be given. 9 a.m.-noon; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $2 non-members, $1 senior citizens and free for children 12 and under (936) 858-3218. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Caddoan Mounds SHS]
April 21, 2007 — Inks Lake SP — Texas Time Machine - Western History — Come see the history of 1850s Texas unfold before your eyes. A Plainsman from the era will be camping on the playground and giving ongoing living history demonstrations. See black powder rifles, period cooking and survival skills displayed throughout the day. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (512) 793-2223. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Inks Lake SP]
April 21, 2007 — San Jacinto Battleground SHS — San Jacinto Day Festival and Battle Re-enactment — Enjoy living history encampments and re-enactors in period costume, demonstrations of weapons, activities for children and more. At 3 p.m., a re-enactment of the famous 1836 battle which won Texas' Independence from Mexico will be fought. Cannon and musket fire will fill the air with the sights and sounds of April 21, 1836! Food and drinks are available or bring your own picnic lunch and enjoy the day. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (281) 479-2431. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About San Jacinto Battleground SHS] [Featured Events]
April 21–22, 2007 — Barrington Living History Farm-Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS — Doctor, Soldier, Farmer and Statesman — Celebrate the life and careers of Dr. Anson Jones, last president of the Republic of Texas and "Architect of Annexation." 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $2 children 12 and under (936) 878-2213. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region]
April 28, 2007 — Cedar Hill SP — Penn Farm Tour — Learn what life on the farm was like from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 2-3:30 p.m.; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900 Ext. 232. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Cedar Hill SP]
May 2007 — Fort Leaton SHS — Historic Site Tours — Find out about the oldest continuously inhabited farming community in North America and visit one of the largest adobe structures in Texas on this tour. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; fees, include tour, museum and entry fee, free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $1 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under; reservations required for groups (432) 229-3613. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Leaton SHS]
May 2007 — Fort Leaton SHS — Living History Tours — Learn about the colorful history of the historic adobe structure and how it influenced the area. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; fees include tour, museum and entry fee, free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members, $1 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under; reservations required for groups (432) 229-3613. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Leaton SHS]
May 2007 — Fort Leaton SHS — Pancho Villa Rides Again! — Pancho rides into Fort Leaton and will be staying with us a while. A traveling exhibit on loan from the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University, it tells the story of the Battle of Ojinaga, a turning point in the Mexican Revolution. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily; fee $3 includes entry fee to museum; advance reservations required for groups. For more information, call (432) 229-3613. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fort Leaton SHS]
May 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Group History Tours — The Historic and Scenic and Monument Hill guided walking tours are available to groups of 10 or more by reservation only. Hear the history of Monument Hill, how Texas developed after the Mexican American War and about German immigrant H. L. Kreische, his home and brewery on the longer Historic and Scenic tour. Learn about the history of Monument Hill only in the shorter Monument Hill tour. Tours last approximately one to 1-1/2 hours; fees for either tour free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $3.50 non-members, senior citizens and students for Historic and Scenic tour, $2 non-members for Monument Hill tour, $1 students; reservations required (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
May 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Kreische Brewery Tours — Every Saturday and Sunday weather permitting. Take a guided, walking tour with a trained docent through the ruins of one of the first breweries in Texas. Learn how German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische, built and operated one of the first commercial 19th century breweries. Weather permitting. 2-3 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $2 non-members, $1 students; available to groups of 10 or more by reservation (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
May 5, 2007 — Battleship Texas SHS — Hard Hat Tour — Take a guided tour of the Battleship USS TEXAS, entering areas rarely seen by the public! Bring a flashlight or headlamp, wear old comfortable clothes, rubber sole deck shoes and bring a camera if you wish. There will be four three-and-one-half hour tours beginning at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. A limited number of tour slots are open to anyone 14 and older by reservation only. Please be prompt for your reserved tour time and be ready to explore! Suggested minimum donation of $30 (cash or check ONLY) due the day of the tour; reservations required, (281) 479-2431 Ext. 234. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Battleship Texas SHS]
May 5, 2007 — Landmark Inn SHS — Castroville Pioneer Day — Step back in time and experience frontier Castroville in the 1800s, with period re-enactors demonstrating trades and skills that sustained settlers, such as Dutch oven cooking, blacksmithing, soap-making, spinning, quilting and many others. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $5 non-members, free for children 12 and under (830) 931-2133. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Landmark Inn SHS]
May 5, 2007 — Lyndon B. Johnson SP&HS — Soap Making at the Sauer-Beckmann Farm — Come see how lye soap is made, how it was used in the 1900s and why it was important to a farm family. See park interpreters cook a batch of lye soap over an open fire and watch what happens to the combination of lye, lard and water as it turns into soap. You can also touch, feel, smell and experience using lye soap to wash clothes on a washboard as a German farm family would have done in the early 1900s. Learn other popular uses for this common cleaning product and see the historical farm buildings. It's a day to experience and compare life as it was years ago verses how it is today. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (830) 644-2252. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Lyndon B. Johnson SP&HS]
May 5–6, 13, 19–20, 26–27, 2007 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Tours — What was life like for people traveling across the wilds of Texas in the middle of the 1800s? Where did they stay overnight? How did they keep in touch without e-mail? Visit us and discover the answers to these questions and a whole lot more! This restored 1850s stagecoach inn is furnished with original, period and reproduction furniture and artifacts for a true glimpse into the frontier days of Texas. 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $3 non-members and senior citizens, $1.50 children 12 and under (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
May 6, 13, 2007 — Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS — Kreische House Tours — Take a guided, walking tour with a trained docent through the 1850s, three-story home of master stonemason and German immigrant, Heinrich Kreische. Witness his craftsmanship and learn of the Kreische family history. Tours last approximately one hour, and are organized as visitors arrive. 1:30-4 p.m.; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members (cardholders only), $2 non-members, $1 students; available to groups of 10 or more by reservation on other dates (979) 968-5658. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS]
May 12, 2007 — Fanthorp Inn SHS — Stagecoach Days — Join cowboys, musicians and period characters for a trip into the past. Ride our bright red, replica stagecoach; tour the 1850s stagecoach inn; listen to the sweet sounds of the Star of Texas Dulcimers and enjoy the oft-times funny, sometimes sad cowboy poetry of Kenny Lewis. The entire family will enjoy a day of nostalgia with out-of-the-ordinary experiences. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; fees $1 Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $2.50 children 12 and under (936) 873-2633. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Fanthorp Inn SHS]
May 12, 2007 — Mission Tejas SP — Folk Life Festival — Learn the folk ways of the pioneer days. There will be demonstrations including cordage, basket weaving, flint knapping, beading, dulcimer, cooperage, clay making, antique tool making, pioneer tools, blacksmithing and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (936) 687-2394. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Mission Tejas SP]
May 12–13, 2007 — Barrington Living History Farm-Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS — Hearth and Home-Food and Family in the Republic of Texas — Learn how food and social customs were related in the 19th century way of life. Explore the lives and customs of the Jones' family and their neighbors. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; fees free for Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $2 children 12 and under (936) 878-2213. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region]
May 20, 2007 — San Jacinto Battleground SHS — 17th Annual Monumental Bug Bash — The Bay Area Volkswagen Club hosts their annual car picnic. Oodles and oodles of bugs and beetles are featured! All makes and models of VW's welcome. Food and drinks are available or bring your own picnic lunch and enjoy the day. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. To register your VW, visit http://www.barareavwclub.com or contact David Saucier at (832) 414-1460. (281) 479-2431. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About San Jacinto Battleground SHS] [Featured Events]
May 26, 2007 — Cedar Hill SP — Penn Farm Tour — Learn what life on the farm was like from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 2-3:30 p.m.; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900 Ext. 232. [Events at the Same Site] [Events in the Same Region] [More About Cedar Hill SP]
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Symbols and Abbreviations
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- SP = State Park
- SHS = State Historic Site
- SP&HS = State Park and Historic Site
- SFH = State Fish Hatchery
- SNA = State Natural Area
- WMA = Wildlife Management Area
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