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October is Texas Archeology Month (TAM)! The Texas Historical Commission, in collaboration with partners across the state, hosts various in-person and virtual events, including fairs, lectures, and tours, to celebrate Texas' rich heritage.
Events take place all over the state throughout the month! Check the Texas Archeology Month calendar for details on activities near you.
 The Baytown Mexican School was awarded an Undertold Marker in 2014
For over a decade, the Texas Historical Commission has selected up to 15 special topics yearly to receive a free historical marker through the Undertold Marker program. Undertold markers address historical gaps, promote diversity of topics, and proactively document significant underrepresented subjects or untold stories.
The submission period is now open until November 15! View the application here. Applications can be submitted through the new official Marker Portal. Sponsors of selected topics will be contacted following the THC’s quarterly meeting in January.
Fall back in time to the frontier! Join San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site on October 19 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Fall Fandango, a free event celebrating the vibrant spirit of the 1830s. This family-friendly festival is held outside the San Jacinto Monument in La Porte and will feature living history activities, authentic saloon games, delicious historical recipes, and much more!
Don’t miss out on special experiences like the Chili Queens’ Culinary Journey and the exciting Will Howard Gaming Hall. Bring your family and friends for a day of fun, food, and fascinating history!
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This exhibit will explore the evolution of rural life over the past century, highlighting rural America's unique history while addressing opportunities for economic revitalization.
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From big names like H-E-B to local staples like Molina's Cantina, the oldest family-owned and -operated Tex-Mex restaurant in Houston, the THC’s Texas Treasure Business Award program pays tribute to the state’s long-time businesses and their historical contributions to their communities across Texas.
Nominate your hometown favorite today! Nominations are processed quarterly, with the next processing date scheduled for November 1.
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Upcoming Events
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Oct 11: Living History Days, Fort Griffin, Albany
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Oct 12: Campaign Briefing: Okinawa, National Museum of the Pacific War, Fredericksburg
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Oct 12: Comet Watch Party (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), Fort Griffin, Albany
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Oct 16: Old McCann Cemetery Marker Dedication, Crockett
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Oct 19: Red River War Series: Native American Storyteller, Goodnight Ranch, Goodnight
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Oct 19: Lloyd Ruby Marker Dedication, Wichita Falls
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Oct 19-20: Building the Town of Washington: A Trades Program, Washington-on-the-Brazos, Washington
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Oct 22: La Grange M-K-T ("Katy") Depot Marker Dedication, La Grange
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Oct 26: Maxey After Dark: Ghost Stories, Sam Bell Maxey House, Paris
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Oct 26: Memories of Monument Hill: A Lantern-Led Theatrical Experience, Kreische Brewery and Monument Hill, La Grange
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Oct 26: Ghosts Along the Brazos, Varner-Hogg Plantation, West Columbia
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Nov 1: Día de los Muertos, Magoffin Home, El Paso
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Nov 1: Tales from the Tombstone: Candlelight Graveyard Tours, San Jacinto Battleground, La Porte
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State historical markers can be found in all 254 Texas counties. Find the one closest to you in our Texas Historic Sites Atlas.
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Nearly 90 cities are part of the Texas Main Street program. This powerful tool revives local economies and brings communities together.
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The Friends partners with the THC to preserve and protect the cultural heritage of Texas through private philanthropic resources.
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