Hours
Tuesday to Saturday
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday to Monday
Closed
Tickets
Adult $5
Senior/Veteran/Teacher/First Responder $3
Child (6-17) $2
Child (5 and under) Free
Family (2 adults & 1 child) $8, each additional child $1
Programs
Tours offered during operating hours
Last tour begins at 4:15 p.m.
The Bush Family Home is listed in the National Register of Historic Places as the residence of an exceptional political family who shaped state and national politics in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. This home has been restored to the early 1950s and reflects the lives of the young family through exhibits and furnishings.
See the Site
Plan Your Visit
Visitors to the Bush Family Home State Historic Site learn the history of one of America’s Great Families and celebrated the lives of two Presidents, two Governors and a First Lady.
Bush Family Home History
In 1948, the Bush Family left New England to make a new start in West Texas. George and Barbara Bush had moved constantly since they married on January 6, 1945.
Events at Bush Family Home
Third Thursday Reading Program
Thursday 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Join us for our Third Thursday Reading Program for the month of April. We have a very special guest reader: our very own Educator Erin Frigo! She is also the author of our featured book, Let Me Tell You About Charlotte. A fun activity will be available after the reading portion of the event. Kids in attendance will take home a free copy of our featured book as well!
Thundering Hooves Earth Day Event
Saturday 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.It’s never…just a horse! Spanning from prehistoric cave paintings to contemporary masterpieces that capture their strength, grace, and beauty, horse art symbolizes the evolving bond between humans and these majestic beings. Whether they are galloping in fields or standing at rest, their unique combination of athleticism and gentle spirit makes them, enduringly, captivating, living art. Not only are they beautiful to watch and fun to ride, horses are ecosystem heroes, natural land managers with an important role in our environment. Bring along your imagination and creativity and join us for this family friendly, fun filled celebration of Horses. We will - create art, discover how horses are “Ecosystem Heroes”, learn the history of the Native American “Horse Dance” and watch an Award-Winning Short Film, “BUDDY TWO SOCKS”, featuring original music by Gareth Laffely, a Mi'kmaq/Cree award winning composer. Gareth will join us virtually to talk about how music is a powerful storytelling tool that brings life to films by establishing mood, and deepening audience connection. In conclusion you will take home instructions for a unique recycling project. Learn how to tap into your creativity and create “Horse Art” from found objects. You will have an opportunity to present and discuss your masterpiece during our “Horse Art” award ceremony on Saturday, May 2, from 1pm to 3pm.
Movie Club Meeting: Ben-Hur (1959)
Saturday 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Join us for our last Movie Club meeting of Spring 2026 discussing Ben-Hur from 1959! The movie was the Oscar for Best Picture at the 32nd Academy Awards. Meetings will be held in the Visitors Center. Membership is FREE. Participants must see the movie before each meeting.
Support Our Historic Sites
Make a gift to the Friends of the Texas Historical Commission, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to supporting the historic sites of the THC.
Donate