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November 2007 Fort Leaton SHS - Historic Site Tours - Find out about one of the oldest continuously inhabited farming communities 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.
November 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.
November 2007 Fort Leaton SHS - Pancho Villa Rides Again! - Pancho rides into Fort Leaton and will be staying with us a while. This traveling exhibit, on loan from the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University, tells the story of the Battle of Ojinaga that occurred just across the river from Fort Leaton and was 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.
November 2007 Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway - Guided Historical Tours - This Ranger-led tour takes place on the actual 1867 fort grounds and includes six of the remaining seven original historic buildings. The walk is approximately one mile in length. Held Monday-Friday 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; weekends interpretive staff on site and buildings open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for self-guided tours. (940) 567-3506.
November 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.
November 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.
December 2007 Fort Leaton SHS - Historic Site Tours - Find out about one of the oldest continuously inhabited farming communities 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.
December 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.
December 2007 Fort Leaton SHS - Pancho Villa Rides Again! - Pancho rides into Fort Leaton and will be staying with us a while. This traveling exhibit, on loan from the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University, tells the story of the Battle of Ojinaga that occurred just across the river from Fort Leaton and was 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.
December 2007 Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway - Guided Historical Tours - This Ranger-led tour takes place on the actual 1867 fort grounds and includes six of the remaining seven original historic buildings. The walk is approximately one mile in length. Held Monday-Friday 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; weekends interpretive staff on site and buildings open 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for self-guided tours. (940) 567-3506.
December 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.
December 1, 2007 Battleship Texas SHS - Pearl Harbor Ceremony - The event commemorates the December 7, 1941 bombing of Pearl Harbor, bringing the U.S. into World War II. Join us in paying our respects to those whose sacrifices saved our freedom. The San Jacinto Chapter Pearl Harbor Survivors Association will be featured in this annual ceremony, hosted by Battleship TEXAS and sponsored by the Texas Commandry of the Naval Order of the United States. 11 a.m.-noon; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $10 non-members, $5 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under (281) 479-2431.
December 1, 2007 Lockhart SP - Lockhart State Park and the Civilian Conservation Corps - The park was built by the Civilian Conservation Corp and opened in 1941. A slide show will be given on the park's construction and the lives of the CCC enrollees. 6-7 p.m. (512) 398-3479.
December 7-8, 2007 San Jacinto Monument SHS - San Jacinto Museum Family Days - Bring the family and enjoy free tours of Drawn from Experience: Landmark Maps of Texas at the San Jacinto Museum of History, an exhibit that features more than fifty important maps depicting Texas and the Gulf Coast region that date from the 16th century to the present on Friday and children's crafts relating to the map exhibit on Saturday. Re-enactors in period dress will greet visitors on Saturday. Ride the famous 489-foot elevator to the top of the monument, view the digital presentation Texas Forever!! The Battle of San Jacinto, learn about Texas through a visit to the San Jacinto Museum of History, located at the base of the Monument. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; buy one adult $12 combo ticket and get one child's free, an $8 value (281) 479-2421.
December 8, 2007 Mission Tejas SP - Blacksmithing - Local smiths will demonstrate the basics of metalworking by making handy household items. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (936) 687-2394.
December 21, 2007 Government Canyon SNA - How Did Native Americans Celebrate Special Occasions? Part 1: Native Cooking and Plant Usage - Take a guided hike through rocky terrain to a burned rock midden with Site Naturalist Carl Green and Ranger Brian Davis-Brothers. Learn how the Native Americans used local plants for cooking and celebrating. Open to ages 12 and older; group size limited; wear sturdy shoes and weather appropriate clothing; bring at least a quart of water and a snack. Meet at the Visitor Center by the rainwater harvesting tower. 1-4 p.m.; reservations required and will be accepted beginning at noon December 10, 2007. For reservations, e-mail educcmte@hotmail.com. Include title and date of event, your name, age if under 18, e-mail address and telephone number for each reservation. Subject to cancellation. (210) 688-9055.
December 22, 24, 2007 Government Canyon SNA - How Did Native Americans Celebrate Special Occasions? Part 2: Native Crafts and Kid Stories - Enjoy hands-on projects mimicking Native American crafts with Natural Resource Specialist Niki Lake. Also, listen to Native American-based stories geared for kids of all ages. Open to adults and kids of all ages. Meet in the Pavilion at the Visitor Center. 1-4 p.m., (210) 688-9055, ext 286.
December 23, 2007 Government Canyon SNA - How Did Native Americans Celebrate Special Occasions? Part 3: Native Traditions and Folklore - From a storyteller and a musician to an archeologist, staff and special guests will share ideas and folklore rooted in earth-based Native American traditions. Songs and display boards will be presented to enhance your experience. Open to adults and kids of all ages. Meet at the Pavilion in the Visitor Center. 1-4 p.m., (210) 688-9055, ext 286.
January 2008 Fort Leaton SHS - Historic Site Tours - Find out about one of the oldest continuously inhabited farming communities 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.
January 2008 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.
January 2008 Fort Leaton SHS - Pancho Villa Rides Again! - Pancho rides into Fort Leaton and will be staying with us a while. This traveling exhibit, on loan from the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University, tells the story of the Battle of Ojinaga that occurred just across the river from Fort Leaton and was 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.
January 2008 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.
January 2008 Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS - Kreische Brewery Tours - Every Saturday. 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. 10 a.m. only; 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.
January 6, 13, 2008 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.
January 12, 2008 Goliad SP - Los Pastores - 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.
January 19, 20, 2008 Barrington Living History Farm-Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS - Doctor, Soldier, Farmer and Statesman-Anson Jones and the Republic of Texas - Celebrate the life and careers of Dr. Anson Jones, last president of the Republic of Texas and "Architect of Annexation." 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday; fees free Texas State Parks Pass members, $4 non-members, $2 students, free for children 6 and under (936) 878-2213.
January 19, 2008 Battleship Texas SHS - Hard Hat Tours - Take a guided tour of the Battleship TEXAS, entering areas rarely seen by the public! Bring a flashlight or headlamp, wear old comfortable clothes, rubber sole 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 13 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 made out to the San Jacinto Battleground Association) due the day of the tour; reservations required, deadline January 4, 2007, (281) 479-2431, ext. 234.
January 19, 2008 Mission Tejas SP - Pioneer Toys and Games - See a demonstration of early pioneer tools and woodworking followed by a discussion of pioneer toys and games with some hands-on activities. 9:30 a.m.-noon (936) 687-2394.
January 26, 2008 Cedar Hill SP - Penn Farm Tour - Learn what life on the farm was like for the Penn family from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 2-3:30 p.m.; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900, ext. 232.
February 2008 Fort Leaton SHS - Historic Site Tours - Find out about one of the oldest continuously inhabited farming communities 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.
February 2008 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.
February 2008 Fort Leaton SHS - Pancho Villa Rides Again! - Pancho rides into Fort Leaton and will be staying with us a while. This traveling exhibit, on loan from the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University, tells the story of the Battle of Ojinaga that occurred just across the river from Fort Leaton and was 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.
February 2008 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.
February 2008 Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery SHS - Kreische Brewery Tours - Every Saturday. 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. 10 a.m. only; 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.
February 2-23, 2008 Landmark Inn SHS - Quilt Exhibit - Approximately 50 hand-made quilts from numerous private Castroville collections will be on display in the Exhibit Hall. This is the second annual showing of this very popular exhibition. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; fees $3 adults, $2 senior citizens, free for children 12 and under (830) 931-2133.
February 3, 10, 2008 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. 2 and 3:30-4 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.
February 16, 2008 Mission Tejas SP - Blacksmithing - Local smiths will demonstrate the basics of metalworking by making handy household items. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (936) 687-2394.
February 23, 2008 Cedar Hill SP - Penn Farm Tour - Learn what life on the farm was like for the Penn family from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 2-3:30 p.m.; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900, ext. 232.
March 2008 Fort Leaton SHS - Historic Site Tours - Find out about one of the oldest continuously inhabited farming communities 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.
March 2008 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.
March 2008 Fort Leaton SHS - Pancho Villa Rides Again! - Pancho rides into Fort Leaton and will be staying with us a while. This traveling exhibit, on loan from the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University, tells the story of the Battle of Ojinaga that occurred just across the river from Fort Leaton and was 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.
March 2008 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, accessible for the mobility impaired. 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, deadline two weeks prior to tour. (979) 968-5658.
March 2008 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.
March 1, 2008 Lake Texana SP - The History of TexanaThe History of Texana - In celebration of Texas Independence Day, learn about this once-thriving pioneer town, now under the lake. In the afternoon we will have a coloring craft. Accessible for the mobility and visually impaired. 10-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m. (361) 782-5718.
March 2, 9, 2008 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.
March 11, 2008 Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway - International Women's Day Celebration - The life of a soldier's wife in 1870 will be presented by living history re-enactors. Several different presentations will take place throughout the day. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (940) 567-3506.
March 15, 2008 Battleship Texas SHS - Hard Hat Tours - Take a guided tour of the Battleship TEXAS, entering areas rarely seen by the public! Bring a flashlight or headlamp, wear old comfortable clothes, rubber sole 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 13 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 made out to the San Jacinto Battleground Association) due the day of the tour; reservations required, deadline March 14, 2008, (281) 479-2431, ext. 234.
March 15, 2008 Mission Tejas SP - Pioneer Toys and Games - Hear the history of the Rice Family log home, then see a demonstration of early pioneer tools and woodworking followed by a discussion of pioneer toys and games with some hands-on activities. 9:30 a.m.-noon (936) 687-2394.
March 22, 2008 Palo Duro Canyon SP - Native American Presentation - Come to the Lone Star Interpretive Theater and learn about Native Americans, past and present and see presenters dressed in full regalia. Great family entertainment. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 4-5 p.m., weather permitting (806) 488-2227.
March 26, 2008 Cedar Hill SP - Penn Farm Tour - Learn what life on the farm was like for the Penn family from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 2-3:30 p.m.; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900, ext. 232.
March 28-29, 2008 Barrington Living History Farm-Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS - True Texas Women - Come celebrate Women's History Month and explore the lives of the "gentle tamers and sunbonneted helpmates" that settled the Texas frontier. Experience the life of 19th century women from their clothing and cosmetics to cooking, cleaning and childbirth and relive their days filled with loneliness, fear and uncertainty. Try your hand at crafting items that Victorian ladies would have been proud to display in their homes. (936) 878-2213.
March 29-30, 2008 San Angelo SP - Cowboy Celebration - Return to the old west as the Friends of San Angelo State Park host this weekend that will include trail rides, chuck wagon meals, old west re-enactors, Texas Longhorns, cowboy entertainment and Sunday Cowboy Church. Bring your horse and join the fun! Meet at the North Concho Pavilion. Rain date April 12-13. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday; for fees and more information, contact Judy Hight at (325) 656-4323. (325) 949-4757.
April 2008 Fort Leaton SHS - Historic Site Tours - Find out about one of the oldest continuously inhabited farming communities 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.
April 2008 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.
April 2008 Fort Leaton SHS - Pancho Villa Rides Again! - Pancho rides into Fort Leaton and will be staying with us a while. This traveling exhibit, on loan from the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University, tells the story of the Battle of Ojinaga that occurred just across the river from Fort Leaton and was 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.
April 2008 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, accessible for the mobility impaired. 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, deadline two weeks prior to tour. (979) 968-5658.
April 2008 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.
April 6, 13, 2008 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.
April 11-12, 2008 Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway - Fort Richardson Days - Experience a day in the life of an army fort in 1870. Many different presentations and events will take place throughout the day. Friday will be dedicated to all school groups. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (940) 567-3506.
April 12, 2008 Mission Tejas SP - Folk Festival - Demonstrations and reenactments from the nineteenth century will entertain and educate the public about life before lightswithches graced most homes. These demonstrations may include basket making, blacksmithing, spinning and weaving, bucket making, potterymaking, pioneer toys and games, doing laundry the hard way and many others. Military reenactors may include the volunteer armies of the Republic of Texas, Civil War soldiers, Buffalo Soldiers and cowboy reenactors. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (936) 687-2394.
April 19-20, 2008 Barrington Living History Farm-Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS - Spring Roundup - Cattle and swine have been an integral part of Texas since the earliest days. The ranching industry in Texas is a combination of Anglo and Spanish traditions and practices. Come out and learn how livestock was managed and maintained on a 19th century Brazos Valley farm. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; fee $4 adults, $2 children 12 and under (936) 878-2213.
April 19, 2008 Inks Lake SP - Texas Time Machine - 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. Accessible for the mobility and visually impaired. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (512) 793-2223.
April 19, 2008 Palo Duro Canyon SP - Native American Presentation - Come to the Lone Star Interpretive Theater and learn about Native Americans, past and present and see presenters dressed in full regalia. Great family entertainment. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 6-7 p.m., weather permitting (806) 488-2227.
April 26, 2008 Cedar Hill SP - Penn Farm Tour - Learn what life on the farm was like for the Penn family from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 2-3:30 p.m.; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900, ext. 232.
April 26, 2008 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. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (281) 479-2431.
May 2008 Fort Leaton SHS - Historic Site Tours - Find out about one of the oldest continuously inhabited farming communities 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.
May 2008 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.
May 2008 Fort Leaton SHS - Pancho Villa Rides Again! - Pancho rides into Fort Leaton and will be staying with us a while. This traveling exhibit, on loan from the Museum of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University, tells the story of the Battle of Ojinaga that occurred just across the river from Fort Leaton and was 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.
May 2008 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, accessible for the mobility impaired. 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, deadline two weeks prior to tour. (979) 968-5658.
May 2008 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.
May 4, 11, 2008 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.
May 10, 2008 Battleship Texas SHS - Hard Hat Tours - Take a guided tour of the Battleship TEXAS, entering areas rarely seen by the public! Bring a flashlight or headlamp, wear old comfortable clothes, rubber sole 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 13 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 made out to the San Jacinto Battleground Association) due the day of the tour; reservations required, deadline May 9, 2008, (281) 479-2431, ext. 234.
May 10, 2008 Palo Duro Canyon SP - Native American Presentation - Come to the Lone Star Interpretive Theater and learn about Native Americans, past and present and see presenters dressed in full regalia. Great family entertainment. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. 6-7 p.m., weather permitting (806) 488-2227.
May 17, 31, 2008 Cedar Hill SP - Penn Farm Tour - Learn what life on the farm was like for the Penn family from the 1850s to the 1950s on this tour. 9:30-11 a.m. May 31, 2-3:30 p.m. May 17; call to confirm program (972) 291-3900, ext. 232.
May 17, 2008 Fort Richardson SP&HS & Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway - Mother's Day Victorian Tea - 1870s living history re-enactors represent this celebration in the unique setting of the Commanding Officer's quarters. 1-3 p.m. (940) 567-3506.
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