Give the gift of Texas History! The 2024 holiday collection features unique items that celebrate the special places that make up Texas Historic Site system. The collection features the homes, people, and animals that are iconic of Texas’ storied history. Revenue from the sale of these items directly supports the mission of the Texas Historic Site system
Discover the collection below and complete the form. Our staff will receive your contact details along with the items you are interested in and will contact you to collect payment information over the phone. Payment can be made with a Visa, Mastercard, or Discover branded credit or debit cards. Shipping costs will be calculated and provided prior to completing payment.
Many of these items are also available at select Texas Historic Sites, as noted on each items listing. If visiting a site to purchase, call before you visit to confirm availability.
1st Annual Collector’s Edition Ornament - $29.99
Start your historic collection! Texas Historic Sites will highlight one of its treasured sites each year with a limited-edition ornament. Once sold-out these ornaments are history! Made in the USA.
The 2024 edition features Fulton Mansion State Historic Site, in a layered three-dimensional design that highlights the unique architectural details of this iconic home. The ornament measures roughly 3” x 3.3”, arrives in a branded display box with an interpretive card.
Available at most THC Historic Sites. If visiting a site to purchase, call before you visit to confirm availability
Texas Revolution Rocks Glass Candles - $32.99 each
These 11 oz, dual-wick soy-wax candles are made in the USA and the 3 unique scents invoke the Texas Revolutionary era. Plus once the candle is gone the glass, which features a gold-foil Texas shape, becomes a standard rocks-style drinking glass. Candle arrives in a unique cardboard sleeve, making gift-wrapping easy.
The three scents are:
- Texas Revolution – Ember, Tonka Bean, Dark Musk
- Texas Independence – Tobacco, Sandalwood, Teak
- Texas Frontier – Olive Leaf, Cedar, Black Fig
Available at: Washington on the Brazos SHS, Presidio la Bahia SHS, San Felipe SHS
Longhorn Shaped Puzzle - $22.99
There are few animals as iconic as the Longhorn. Spend some time putting together this uniquely shaped 520-piece puzzle. Once complete the puzzle measures 34” wide by 24” tall. Puzzle features premium quality interlocking chipboard pieces that come clean-cut and fully separated. Puzzle also includes a sheet with longhorn facts. Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Available at: Fort Griffin SHS, Fulton Mansion SHS, San Felipe SHS
Magoffin Angel Yard Statue - $99.99
Participate in a story that crosses continents and centuries! While traveling in Europe the Glasgows, members of the Magoffin family, encountered French artist Jean Barbet’s ‘Angelot’ and purchased a plaster replica as a memento to display in the courtyard of their home, now Magoffin Home State Historic Site in El Paso. Learn more about the history of the site’s statue here.
Presented in partnership with the Frick Collection in New York, this 16-inch tall resin yard statue is a recreation of Barbet’s famous work and is made to survive the elements while looking stunning in a yard, flowerbed, or even an office.
This item is currently available for pre-order. Item is expected to begin shipping in Spring 2025.
Available at: Magoffin Home SHS
Texas Revolution Lapel Pin Set - $24.95
This 5-piece lapel pin set features several notable flags from the Texas revolution including: the “Come and Take It” (Gonzales) Flag, San Jacinto Liberty Flag, Zavala Flag, Goliad Flag, Dodson Flag. Each pin measures roughly 1 inch in size, the Dodson Flag measures 1.5”. This enamel pin set comes in a jewel-case style box.
Available at: Washington on the Brazos SHS, San Felipe SHS, Presidio La Bahia SHS, San Jacinto Battleground SHS
Caddo Mounds Pendleton Blanket - $360
This exclusive wool blanket, produced by renowned manufacturer Pendleton in the USA, features artwork by Caddo artist Chase Earles. The blanket includes images of the alligator, turkey, grass hut, and the mounds. The blanket measures 64” x 80” (Twin size) and is a 82% wool, 18% cotton blend.
This item is currently available for pre-order. Item is expected to begin shipping in Spring 2025.
Available at Caddo Mounds SHS
Engraved Wine Bottle Glasses - $15.50 - $26.50 (depending on style)
Raise a glass to some of the iconic images of Texas! These 12 oz glasses are recycled from wine bottles and etched with a selection of Texas’ icons. The longhorn and bison images are available in blue or amber glass. The wildflower and bluebonnet designs, which wrap around the entire glass, are available on blue glass only. Even better, these glasses are recycled and etched here in Texas!
Available at: Eisenhower Birthplace SHS, San Felipe de Austin SHS, Landmark Inn SHS, Fort Griffin SHS, Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS, Goodnight Ranch SHS (designs and colors vary by site).
Texas History Scarf - $245
This limited-edition, beautiful silk/cotton blend scarf was designed by Texas-artist Mayfair Coover exclusively for the Texas Historical Commission. The scarf features several of Texas’ Founding Fathers, historic Texas flags, and a number of iconic Texas historic sites. Scarf measures 36 inches square.
Available at: San Felipe de Austin SHS, Washington-on-the-Brazos SHS, and Presidio La Bahia SHS
State Longhorn Herd Desk Calendar - $9.95
Share your desk with the Texas State Longhorn Herd! This 7.5” x 3.5” desk calendar features 12 unique images of the state longhorn herd to accompany each month of the year. The free-standing, low-profile calendar will bring a touch of the Texas frontier to any desk.
Available at most THC Historic Sites.
Click the button below to complete an order request form. Select items you would like to purchase and provide your contact details. A THC staff member will reach out to you to by phone to complete your transaction.