The Slaton Harvey House located in Slaton is now officially the Texas Historical Commission’s 40th State Historic Site!
Built in 1912, this two-story West Texas structure served as one of Fred Harvey's iconic "eating houses" along the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway for over 30 years. Saved from demolition, it now stands as a living museum, events venue, and bed & breakfast. This site preserves aspects of our state's history, including the impact of railroads, women's roles in early 20th-century society, and business innovation during a transformative era.
Don’t miss out! Real Places 2025 early-bird registration ends tomorrow, December 20, allowing you to save up to $155. Additional discounts are available for Courthouse Stewards, students, and group registrations.
Real Places 2025 is the premier historic preservation and heritage tourism conference, taking place April 23-25 in Austin or online!
Get your hands on the THC's inaugural holiday ornament before it's gone! This year’s limited-edition ornament features the Fulton Mansion State Historic Site, perfect for starting or adding to your collection.
Still looking for gifts? The THC has created an online holiday gift guide showcasing a curated selection of products inspired by Texas history.
 Henry G. Madison Cabin, Travis County, TPTF FY 23 Architecture – Planning grant recipient for construction document creation for future rehabilitation efforts
Applications are open for the Texas Preservation Trust Fund (TPTF) Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2026. This program provides matching, reimbursable grants for historic preservation projects related to archeological, architectural, and heritage education resources.
Special funding opportunities will be available for projects in the Panhandle area and the city of Dallas, allowing applicants in these regions to request larger grants than usual.
Initial applications for the FY 26 grant cycle are due Monday, February 3, 2025, by 5 P.M. CST.
Celebrating 25 Years of Courthouse Preservation
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program (THCPP), one of the THC's highest-profile initiatives.
The THCPP’s origins are traced to New Year’s Day 1993, when a tragic fire nearly destroyed the Hill County Courthouse in Hillsboro (pictured). Coincidentally, the program’s most recent rehabilitation project, Mason County Courthouse, restored severe fire-related damage.
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Brenham Hosts the Smithsonian
Brenham, a town rich in history and cultural diversity, is hosting the Smithsonian's traveling exhibit, "Crossroads: Change in Rural America," until January 19, 2025. This exhibit will explore the evolution of rural America while highlighting Brenham's own unique story—from its founding in 1844 as a cotton hub to the significant contributions of its German, Jewish, and African American communities. Click here to learn more.
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