Caddo Traditions and Rivercane
Jackie Bullard discusses her place-based, cultural, and ecological research concerning the importance of rivercane to the Caddo people and their traditions.
On the Plantation Porch
Join us at the Varner-Hogg Plantation for our "On the Plantation Porch" book discussion.
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.
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.
Emmanuel Stance: A Fort McKavett Hero
Learn about the first Buffalo Soldier to be awarded the Medal of Honor during his service at Fort McKavett!
On the Plantation Porch
Join us on June 15 at 4:00 pm at the Varner-Hogg Plantation for "On the Plantation Porch." Dr. John Lundberg will present his book, The Texas Lowcountry, and join in a discussion about the importance of his research.
History Under the Star Lecture Series: Gender and the Runaway Scrape with Linda English
The "Runaway Scrape," as it was called, denotes a particularly dire period for the Texas revolutionaries and their families. Elderly men, women, children, and enslaved persons left behind on plantations and small farms responded to the revolution by joining the retreat, essentially "running" for their lives. Drawing from my upcoming book, Running for Your Lives! Gender and the Runaway Scrape, this lecture details the period known as the Runaway Scrape through the lens of gender.
Red River War Series: Battle of Adobe Walls
Have you ever heard of the shot of the century? Come out to the Goodnight Ranch to learn about the circumstances surrounding the infamous shot and how the battle played out. Programs at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm.
"The Rapid Discharge of Firearms": The Skirmish at Scabtown
Come learn about the "wild west" at Fort McKavett. With outlaws, sheriff posses, and soldiers, hear about the Skirmish at Scabtown!
Red River War Series: Battle of Palo Duro Canyon
The walls of Palo Duro Canyon have a majestic view but also contain stories of conflict and sorrow. Join us as we welcome Juliette Garza, Park Interpreter at Caprock Canyons State Park who will be presenting a lecture on this all-important battle.