Events

Joy Simpson, Higginbotham

When operating within a modest budget, it is crucial to understand what types of insurance are the most beneficial and necessary to your organization. In this webinar, Joy Simpson will describe the various coverages available to you and how they function when there is a claim. Joy will also discuss current trends in insurance and some best practices in...

Come celebrate ths dedication of a historical marker for East Springfield Baptist Church. For more information, please contact Hum1925@etex.net.

Fort Griffin has an extensive history involving both the military fort, as well as the nearby ghost town, known as The Flat, that at one time was the largest town between Dallas and El Paso. With a place as significant as Fort Griffin was, there are countless stories to be told about military life at the fort, Indian raids, battles with Quanah Parker and the Comanche, pioneer settlers,...

Looking for something to do over your lunch?  Join us at the Maxey House for fun and educational discussions during our Brown Bag Lunch Speaker Series.  On the first Friday of every month, speakers from and around Paris will be on site to discuss different topics related to the site's and Paris's history. 

On Friday, September 6th at noon, Alexander Fowzer from the Rotary Club of Paris...

Come celebrate the 175th birthday of Castroville! The celebration will boast food, crafts, performances, tours, historical reenactments and SO MUCH MORE! Begin the celebration with the Founders' Day 5K and then make your way to September Square for the Opening Ceremonies at 9:30* by the local chapter of The Daughters of The Republic of Texas. Pick up a map and enjoy various activities taking...

Please join us for Storytime with Dan the Donkey at our barn on the third Thursday of the month beginning on September 19, 2019 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.  We will feature a selection of children’s picture books for the enjoyment of children 3-6 years of age with their teacher, parent, or caregiver in attendance.  Seating is limited.  The event is free and reservations are recommended.  Call...

Guest speaker: Dr. Jennifer Brown, Associate Professor of History at Texas A&M University Corpus Christi.

For September's lecture, Dr. Brown will be speaking about the South Texas Stories Oral History Project she codirects at TAMUCC. Admission is FREE! Just bring your lunch and enjoy!

Homeless dogs need walks and love too! Come to the Confederate Reunion Grounds and take an adoptable pup for a walk. Walk a mile, walk the trails, or just enjoy walking around on the Site grounds. Maybe we can help these lovable fur-babies find their forever homes! LARAS House will be on site with the bus and their adoptable dogs from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Know someone looking for a new fur-...

Join us to craft handmade soap with a few colorful swirls. Great activity to share with family and friends. All supplies wil be provided and you will leave with your aromatic creation! 

Perfect for gifting!

Aimed at ages 12 and above.

Registration is required as planning for supplies is necessary.

Cost: $5

In case of cancellation, inform the site 72...

Come celebrate the dedication of Historical Texas Cemetery designation and historical marker for Kyle Family Pioneer Cemetery. An informal cemetery tour will be given at 2 pm highlighting some of the graves in both the Kyle Family Pioneer Cemetery and the Kyle Cemetery which adjoins it. The marker dedication ceremony will begin at 3 pm.  For more information, please contact jmb@austin.rr.com...

As part of Archeology Month, the Sam Bell Maxey House is presenting "Gravestone Symbols and their Meanings in Clarksville."

Gravestones are very personal things, used to represent the people that they honor. In the past, different symbols and carvings on gravestones held certain meanings and told the viewer something about the deceased.

Throughout the month of October, visitors...

Looking for something to do over your lunch?  Join us at the Maxey House for fun and educational discussions during our Brown Bag Lunch Speaker Series.  On the first Friday of every month, speakers from and around Paris will be on site to discuss different topics related to the site's and Paris's history. 

On Friday, October 4th at noon, Skipper Steely from the Lamar County Historical...

Join us for our annual Fort Griffin Living History Days!

Education Day

Education day for area schools will be held on Friday, October 11, 2019. If you are a teacher, home school parent, or school administrator wishing to have your students attend our 2019 program, please contact Eric Abercrombie by email or phone, 325-762-3592.

Living History

The...

Guest speaker: Dr. Amy Earhart, Associate Professor of English at Texas A&M University College Station.

For October's lecture, Dr. Earhart will be speaking about new techniques available to researchers of history and genealogy in the digital age. Admission is FREE! Just bring your lunch and enjoy!

October is Archeology month! Join the Confederate Reunion Grounds State Historic Site in celebrating by coming out and enjoying the site and learning stations. Learn about archeology digs, native American beadwork, make your own pottery and more! This event is for all ages.

Admission is FREE for school age kids. $4.00 for adults.

Mikaela Young, Bell County Museum

Developing or updating your institution's Collections Management Policy (CMP) can be a daunting task, especially for staff at small and mid-sized museums. Where do you begin? What resources are available? What information should be included in a CMP? In this webinar, Mikaela Young will discuss the basics of a Collections Management Policy and offer a...

Join us as we continue the Maxey House Book Club! Every month, we will get together and discuss a different book. We will meet in person at the Blind Pig, located at 129 South Main Street in downtown Paris, at 7 pm.  On October 18th, we will be reading and discussing The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.

If you can’t make a meeting in person or you just can't wait until the meeting to...

Presented by the Friends of Landmark Inn.

Revel with historically attired Amanda's "A Man's a Man" Band for an evening of 1850s songs, merriment, and spirits. Medina River Winery will host a cash bar featuring several wines. Heavenly Q food truck will be serving a delicious fare.

Please join us at the Willow Wild Cemetery, 1220 W. 7th St., in Bonham for a free tour of the burial locations of influential citizens of Bonham and Fannin County with ties to Sam Rayburn and his family.

Did you know that Halloween was not always about costumes and trick-or-treating? To turn-of-the-twentieth century Americans, it was a holiday for love and romance. Come learn about and participate in old-time Halloween traditions and games on October 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. while touring the Sam Bell Maxey House at night.

Admission is $5 per person. Children 5 and under are free. If you...

This 19th Century Carnival themed outdoor event is free and open to the public. Guests will enjoy 19th century toys and games, viewing living history demonstrations including blacksmith demonstrations, cooking demonstrations, art show, and making their own old-time crafts, and more. Maplecroft, the 1870 home of Frank and Clara Starr, will be available for tours. Tour tickets can be purchased...

On Friday, November 8, 2019, Landmark Inn State Historic Site presents Pioneer Days School Field Trip Day. Students will learn stories from the past at exciting exhibits that all ages will love including surveying, spinning, open fire cooking, mules and wagon, and more.

Cost is $1 per student, $3 for accompanying adults. Reservations are required. Call 830-931-2133 to make your...

On Saturday, November 9, 2019, Landmark Inn State Historic Site presents Pioneer Days. By day, visitors will learn stories from the past at exciting exhibits that the whole family will love including surveying, spinning, open fire cooking, mules and wagon, and more. By night, visitors can return for a guided candlelight tour into the past.

Exhibits will be open from 12 p.m. to 4 p....

Bring your photos and your friends! We will show you how to tranfer photos to various surfaces with a few craft supplies. All supplies will be provided, except your photos. Everyone will leave with their own handmade momento.

BYOP!!!

Cost: $5

Reservations are required. 

Register by messaging via Facebook, by phone, 903-935-3044, or e-mail kellie.farr@thc.texas....

Looking for something to do over your lunch?  Join us at the Maxey House for fun and educational discussions during our Brown Bag Lunch Speaker Series.  On the first Friday of every month, speakers from and around Paris will be on site to discuss different topics related to the site's and Paris's history.  Bring your lunch and join us in discovering a side of Paris you've never seen before!...

Please join us for Storytime with Dan the Donkey at our barn on the third Thursday of the month beginning on September 19, 2019 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.  We will feature a selection of children’s picture books for the enjoyment of children 3-6 years of age with their teacher, parent, or caregiver in attendance.  Seating is limited.  The event is free and reservations are recommended.  Call...

Come and enjoy various Easter activities at the Sam Bell Maxey House during Easter at the Maxey House on Saturday, April 11th, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.  Admission is free for all of the activities on the grounds.  The regular admission fees apply for tours of the historic house museum. 

Easter egg hunt age groups and times:
Ages 0-2 starts at 10:00
Ages 3-5 starts at 10:30...

Join us as we continue the Maxey House Book Club! Every month, we will get together and discuss a different book. We will meet in person at the Blind Pig, located at 129 South Main Street in downtown Paris, at 7 pm.  On July 17th, we will be reading and discussing The Picture of Dorian Grey by Oscar Wilde.

If you can’t make a meeting in person or you just can't wait until the...