Maxey House Homeschool Day
Wednesday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.Homeschool families and groups from across north Texas are invited to Homeschool Day at the Sam Bell Maxey House on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 for educational programs from local organizations, games, and more.
Lunchbox Talks
Wednesday 12:10 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.Join us for our new program series, Lunchbox Talks! You bring your own lunch, and we provide the discussion! To start us off, we'll have educator, Erin Frigo discuss her recent presentation presented at the NAI (National Association for Interpretation) conference back in mid-February called "The Gears the move History". In this presentation, she'll discuss the STEM programs she has created for the Bush House and how she interprets and incorporates them into the history and stories of the Bush House, the Bush family, and 1950s life and history overall. Please join us for the take-off of this new program on May 7 at noon! Don't forget your lunch! 🙂
Music at the Mansion
Thursday 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
Cycling Saturdays
Saturday 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.The roads within the San Jacinto State Historic Site will open early for bicyclists. Travel our 7.5 miles of site roads and see the battleground where Texas was won at your own pace. No motorized vehicles will be allowed into the site during this time to promote safe bicycling.
Yoga en Français
Saturday 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Join us on May 10th at 10am for Yoga en Français / Yoga in French taught by Corine of Austin Accueil.
Small Buisness Saturday - Permits!
Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Just like today, businesses in San Felipe de Austin in 1830 had to get a permit to operate. On June 6, 1831, the Ayuntamiento was given the authority to enforce that every business must have a license, and we are going to put you through the paces to earn yours!
Adobe Workshops at Casa Navarro
Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Join Casa Navarro on May 10th for an adobe workshop!
Goodnight Invention Convention
Saturday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Stepping into Charles Goodnight’s era, from 1836 to 1929, is like reliving a transformative period in history. From the invention of the light bulb and the telephone to the rise of motion pictures, the technological advances during that time must have been awe-inspiring. This event is sure to be a wonderful blend of education and entertainment. Plus, it's free—what a treat for history buffs and families alike!
All Work, No Play?
Saturday 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.Join us as we spend the day unraveling from all the hard duties soldiers performed during their service on the Texas frontier. Sing and hum along with musicians as they sing historic songs and play period instruments.
Volunteer Training
Saturday 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.If you wonder about how others perceive you, then join Machelle Wood as she walks participants through the basics of body language.