image of a bingo card surrounded by bison artifacts

Bison Bingo in June

Bingo! Come have fun with us and learn some great information about the Southern Plains Bison herd.

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.

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 -

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!

Three different types of birds posing in their natural environments.

Bird Watching at the Battleground

From the 1,210-foot long marsh trail and boardwalk, visitors will spot coastal birds like the Red-winged Blackbird, Roseate Spoonbill, Wood Stork, Mottled Duck, Osprey, and White Pelican as well as other wetland denizens such as the River Otter.

Kids learning to make pinch pots.

Generation Serve - Make Pinch Pots

Join Generation Serve to help make clay pinch pot kits for the upcoming Texas Archeology Month.