Book cover for the book "Days of Sorrow"

On the Plantation Porch

Join us on June 29 from 4:00pm to 6:30pm at the Levi Jordan Plantation for "On the Plantation Porch." Dr. Ronald Goodwin will present his book, Remembering the Days of Sorrow, and join in a discussion about the importance of his research.

Line drawing of Stephen F. Austin over a photograph of the hotel at San Felipe de Austin with a field of bluebonnets in front of it. Details for the event are included in the image

Nature Walk: In the Footsteps of Stephen F. Austin

Please join us at 2pm on Sunday, June 30th for a Nature Walk with our friends at the Gideon Lincecum Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists!
Special thanks to Wade Dillon - Illustration for the Stephen F. Austin artwork!

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Fourth of July on the Grounds

Enjoy a summer picnic outside and learn more about Mexia history during this holiday week.

A group of people huddle together in front of one of the cases in the San Jacinto Museum. The artifacts inside are not visible from this angle.

La Porte Free Thursdays

This summer, we're giving back to our community with free admission to the San Jacinto Museum to residents of La Porte every Thursday in June and July. Bring proof of La Porte residency and explore our exhibits, delve into the rich history of Texas, and enjoy a day at the San Jacinto Museum.

Girl running down a path pushing a hoop

Independence Day Historic Games

Join us on Independence Day at San Felipe de Austin for your chance to play historic games in outdoor exhibit, the Villa de Austin!

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Independence Day Guided Tour at 10am

Join us on Independence Day at 10am for a guided tour of our indoor museum gallery!

Photo of three people standing in front of a large touchscreen wall

Independence Day Guided Tour at 2pm

Join us on Independence Day at 2pm for a guided tour of our indoor museum gallery!

Man making a clay pot

Traditional Caddo Pottery with Chase Kahwinhut Earles (Class Three)

Class Three: Making the Pot - July 5, 6 & 7
Are you interested in the traditional methods of ancient pottery making? This workshop, traditional Caddo Pottery with Chase Kahwinhut Earles, is a rare opportunity to experience the traditions of Caddo pottery from digging the clay to firing the pot. - Workshop Full -

An anvil sits on top of another anvil with views of the bluff in the background

Ich bin ein Amerikaner: Independence Day on the Bluff

Celebrate Independence Day, German-Texan style! Join the sites for Independence Day-themed tours, living history, and other family activities throughout the post-Fourth-of-July weekend.

Drawing of a bison with the title The American Buffalo: A Film by Ken Burns

Friday Flicks in July

Friday nights were made for movies so come join us at the Ranch for a great documentary on the American Bison!