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San Jacinto Family Day: Flags of the Texas Revolution

Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Discover what our six flags represent and learn about the study of vexillology while creating your own flag!

Soldier Equipment Display

A Soldier's Life

Saturday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Visit for a hands-on experience of Soldier's equipment from the 1800s at Fort Lancaster. Every Thursday & Saturday 1pm-4pm Free With Admission Contact Fort Lancaster at: 432-836-4391 for more information.

Music at the Fulton Mansion

Music at the Mansion

Sunday 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join us for Music at the Mansion featuring local, live music in a relaxed, family- and pet-friendly setting. Bring your own beverage, cooler, chair, blanket, and picnic basket to enjoy an evening of music under the skies. Sunscreen and bug spray are recommended for a comfortable experience! Event Dates: May 8, June 12, and July 10

Historic Foodways Marshmallows at the Fulton Mansion

Historic Foodways : Homemade Marshmallows

Monday 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Join us at the Fulton Mansion State Historic Site for a hands-on workshop exploring historic foodways and the sweet history of marshmallows. Learn how marshmallow candy was made in the 1880s and its role in cooking during that time. Discover the fascinating origins of this treat, from ancient times to the Victorian era, and make your own batch of homemade marshmallows, just as they would have been made in the 1880s. A delightful experience for history and food lovers!

Portraits of Moritz Lowenstein and Joseph Magoffin.

New Exhibit: Early Builders of Commerce and Community Moritz Loewenstein and Judge Joseph Magoffin

Tuesday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Enjoy an exhibit featuring Moritz Loewenstein and Joseph Magoffin at the Mission Valley Visitor's Center located at 9065 Alameda Ave.

A paper plate diorama with grass at the bottom, a tree to the right, and birds flying in the sky in the center.

SPARK! - Scenes from San Jacinto: Dioramas

Tuesday 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

See the sights, smells, flora, and fauna of the San Jacinto Battleground from the comfort of the Jesse H. Jones theatre. You also can create your own diorama of the sights of the San Jacinto Battleground to take home! This program is free for individuals living with memory loss and their caretakers.

flyer for the movie series event

1950s Summer Movie Series: The Thing From Another World

Tuesday 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Join us in the backyard of the Bush Family Home as we watch The Thing from Another World (1951). We encourage all guests to bring chairs and snacks. This free public event is open to all ages in the family, young or old.

Painting of Native Americans on horseback hunting bison

Trailblazers Family Summer Camp: Native American Day

Wednesday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Looking for an unforgettable way to kick off summer? Join us at Goodnight Ranch from June 11–13, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM daily, for the Trailblazers Family Summer Camp! Experience hands-on activities, engaging stories, and interactive fun that bring history to life for the whole family.

Tacho and Gloria sharing their stories at Wellington Chew.

55 & Better at Wellington Chew Senior Center

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

Join us to collect people's personal histories and make new friends!

Portraits of Moritz Lowenstein and Joseph Magoffin.

New Exhibit: Early Builders of Commerce and Community Moritz Loewenstein and Judge Joseph Magoffin

Wednesday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Enjoy an exhibit featuring Moritz Loewenstein and Joseph Magoffin at the Mission Valley Visitor's Center located at 9065 Alameda Ave.