Map of Texas with outlined borders of Native American territory

Red River War Series: The Borderlands

The borderlands - where cultures collide! Nowhere was this truer than in the Texas Panhandle in the 1800s. Join us as we explore the topic that led to a major war and the loss of a lifestyle.

Mommy and Me at the Teddy Bear Tea

🌸✨ Join us for a Mother's Day extravaganza at our catered tea party! 🌼 Bring your favorite stuffed animal or doll for added charm and fun! 🐻🎀

A promotional image for the Second Saturdays with Steve talk at the Stephen F. Austin State Park about Dirt and why it is important archeologically which makes it important to San Felipe

Dirt: An (Archeological) Retrospective

How much time do you spend time thinking about dirt? It’s all around us, it’s necessary for life in the present, but it also provides clues to the past. Join San Felipe de Austin staff archeologist Sarah Chesney as she talks about the role of dirt in understanding the past and why dirt is an archeologist’s best friend.

Soldado

Edge of Empire: Gear of the Spanish Soldado de Cuera

Step back in time and stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the valiant 'soldados de cuera,' as you unravel the survival secrets of Texas's colonial guardians at Mission Dolores – gear up for a journey into the heart of history!

Mother standing with two girls at a large, touch screen wall

Free Admission for Moms on Mother's Day

Enjoy a fun day out with the family and take home a free flower craft with admission!

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Plows & Petticoats- A Woman's Role

Sewing, cleaning, cooking, and childcare comprise the main elements of the “Domestic Sphere” of nineteenth century women.

Large crown of people in lawn chairs listen to a band play in front of the Fulton Mansion.

Music at the Mansion

Music at the Mansion is back! This free event is great for the whole family! Enjoy live music, crafts, and a food truck. Before the event, from 6-7pm, enjoy free self-guided tours of the Fulton Mansion's 1st Floor!

Hand-dipped candles hang from their wicks on a cast-iron hook

Demo Day: Candle Making

Come to the San Jacinto Monument on May 16th to see a demonstration of the candle-making process frontiersmen and women used to create light for their homes.