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Reveille to Taps

Thursday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Explore the pivotal role of the snare drum and the influence of field music. Hear the very rhythms that dictated the life of a soldier stationed on a frontier army post. Contact Fort Lancaster at: 432-836-4391 for more information.

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Historic Holiday Crafts

Thursday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Create your own historic holiday crafts inside the French Legation!

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History at Night: Velasco at the Time of the Revolution

Thursday 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Please join us for the final installment of our Fall History at Night series: Velasco at the Time of the Revolution!

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History in Play: December

Friday 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Join us at the outdoor playscape for our monthly activity!

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Historic Holiday Crafts

Friday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Create your own historic holiday crafts inside the French Legation!

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San Felipe de Austin's Historic Career Fair

Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Many different professions and trades were needed in the town of San Felipe de Austin 200 years ago. Come see a few of these trades and skills on display while you tour the museum grounds!

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Open Hearth Cooking Demonstration

Saturday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Learn about historic cooking with this open hearth cooking demonstration! This experience will run from 9 AM to 4 PM in the French Legation reconstructed kitchen.

The new location at the Pat O'Rourke Recreation Center offers a large space with wood floors and mirrored walls.

Yoga- Now Weekly by Popular Demand!

Saturday 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Free community yoga class.

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Meet a Texas Revolution Reenactor

Saturday 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Texas Revolution Reenactor Jerry McMahon visits Presidio La Bahia and sets up in our Museum regularly to share his wealth of historical research. Free with paid admission to the museum. Admission is: Adult $5, Senior/Veteran/Teacher/First Responder $3, Children (6-17) $2, Child (5 and under) Free, Family (2 Adults & 1 Child) $8, each additional Children $1

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George H.W. Bush Gallery Grand Reopening

Saturday 10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Join us for the long-awaited Grand Reopening of the George H.W. Bush Gallery at the National Museum of the Pacific War. This marks the first major renovation since 2009, unveiling an updated gallery filled with new artifacts, interactive features, and immersive storytelling.