Red River War Series: A New Way of Life
What would you do if your home and livelihood were completely stripped away? Join us as we examine how the Native Americans faced those very challenges following the Red River War.
Cooking in the Kitchen & Quarter (Sunday)
Start your experience behind the Jones Home in the bustle of a busy plantation kitchen and take in the sights, sounds, and smells of a hearth cooked meal being prepared.
Picture Yourself at San Jacinto
You're invited to join us by the main entrance to receive a complimentary instant photograph of yourself or your group in front of the historic monument. Learn about its rich history and explore our pop-up photography gallery showcasing visitors’ photos throughout the years!
Red River War Series: Settling the Prairie
Brave women needed to settle the Texas frontier! Come learn about these amazing women who helped tame the Wild West and brought a sense of comfort and culture to the Texas Panhandle.
History Under the Star Lecture Series: The Texas Navy and San Jacinto with Andy Hall
The victory of the Texian Army on the plain of San Jacinto in April 1836 was built on many factors, including the leadership of Sam Houston, the grim determination of his troops, and the vagaries of weather that brought the two armies together. But there was another factor that shaped the victory, one that wasn’t anywhere near San Jacinto that day: the officers and crews of the Texian Navy.
Boom: Cannon Demonstration
Witness our trained staff demonstrate how a cannon is safely loaded and fired and experience the thrill of live cannon fire every half hour!
Adventures in Nature: A Caddo Mounds Creative STEM Camp
Join us for six days of nature adventures and family fun. Adventures in Nature is a STEM camp designed for families to learn and explore together. Learn about five different ecological systems and Caddo culture while being creative.
White Gold: Cotton in Texas (Saturday)
This special program gives visitors the hands-on opportunity to work alongside historic interpreters picking and weighing cotton from the fields.
Wings & Wine
Join us for an in-depth look at aviation in the pacific with our premier Wings & Wine event, offering a unique blend of artifact exploration and curated wine pairings.
Director of Collections, Nicole Bagley, will guide guests through a walking tour of four iconic aviation artifacts here at the Museum; the B-25 Bomber, Grumman F4F Wildcat, TBM Avenger, and Type 96 3-barrel Anti-Aircraft Gun. Each aircraft has been paired with a wine from Texas Wine Collective to enhance your appreciation of these historical marvels.
Snacks will be provided at the beginning of the tour and a specialty goody bag will be passed out at the event's conclusion.
Tickets are priced at $20, and space is limited, so secure your spot now!
Adventures in Nature: A Caddo Mounds Creative STEM Camp
Join us for six days of nature adventures and family fun. Adventures in Nature is a STEM camp designed for families to learn and explore together. Learn about five different ecological systems and Caddo culture while being creative.