Eight New Grantees Advancing Texas History |
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Guerrant Cabin in Huntsville
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| Gault School's K-12 Outreach
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From preserving historic structures to engaging new audiences through education and collections, this quarter’s grantees reflect the many ways Texas history is being explored, protected, and shared across the state.
Expanding Access to History & Education
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The Bryan Museum, Galveston — received support for "Hard-won Freedoms in America," a lecture series exploring the National Women’s Conference, the 1960s Chicano Student Movement, and the Texas Freedom Colonies Project in conjunction with the statewide commemoration of America 250.
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Gault School of Archaeological Research, Florence — will expand its Education Outreach Project by hiring a full-time coordinator to develop archaeology programs for K–12 students at the renowned Gault site and in classrooms statewide.
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Texas Archeological Society, San Marcos — is launching a statewide initiative to promote archaeological stewardship, addressing misconceptions and supporting preservation efforts on privately held land.
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Preserving Collections & Cultural Legacy
| - Larry McMurtry Literary Center, Archer City — will acquire rare volumes from Larry McMurtry’s private library to establish the McMurtry Personal Library, offering new insight into the works that shaped the celebrated Texas author.
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Red River Valley Museum, Vernon — begins a multi-phase effort to improve collections care, increasing access for visitors, curators, and researchers.
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Texas Heritage Project of American Indians in Texas at the Spanish Colonial Missions, San Antonio — will develop and publish a book drawn from its extensive digital archive documenting the history and culture of First Peoples in South Texas.
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Protecting Historic Places & Training Future Stewards
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- Sam Houston Memorial Museum & Republic of Texas Presidential Library, Huntsville — continues restoration of the Guerrant Cabin, an 1840s log structure now preserved as part of the museum’s historic campus.
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Texas Military Forces Historical Foundation, Austin — will support its 2026–2027 student internship program, providing hands-on museum experience at the Texas Military Forces Museum at Camp Mabry.
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Together, these projects represent a continued investment in preserving Texas history and expanding how it is experienced by communities across the state. Congratulations to all of our Spring 2026 grantees!
Since 1954, the Texas Historical Foundation has funded historic preservation and education projects throughout the state, empowering communities to save their own pieces of the Lonestar past.
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THF Attends Real Places 2026 Conference |
The Texas Historical Foundation recently traveled to Austin for Real Places 2026—the state’s premier gathering of preservationists, storytellers, and history enthusiasts.
President & CEO David Preziosi and Grants Director Ryann Griffin joined colleagues from across Texas to exchange ideas, spark inspiration, and celebrate the power of place.
THF is proud to partner with the Friends of the Texas Historical Commission by supporting its scholarship program through a grant—helping ensure that students and community members can experience this important conference. The team also connected with attendees at THF’s information booth, sharing insights about our grant program and preservation efforts across the state.
A special congratulations to Olive Talley, recipient of the Excellence in Media Award for "The Stones Are Speaking." This compelling documentary highlights the significance of the Gault Archaeological Site and the ongoing work to preserve more than 20,000 years of history. THF was honored to be an early supporter of the film and is proud to see the impact it continues to make.
We left Austin inspired, energized, and more committed than ever to preserving the real places that tell Texas’ story!
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President & CEO David Preziosi and Grants Director Ryann Griffin
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| THF grant in support of the conference's scholarship program
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| David Preziosi, Olive Talley, and THC Vice-Chair Garrett Donnelly
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Fresh off the Press: Authentic Texas, Issue 36 |
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| The latest issue of Authentic Texas magazine (Spring 2026) has arrived—and it’s one you won’t want to miss. Delivered quarterly to THF members, this publication brings Texas history, culture, and preservation stories straight to your mailbox—and celebrates 10 years this month!
This issue’s feature explores Naton Samox, a sacred site deeply significant to the Tonkawa people, who consider it their place of origin. You’ll also find the debut of “Road to 1836,” a new recurring feature highlighting the people, places, and pivotal moments that shaped Texas—part of a larger countdown to the state’s 200th anniversary in 2036.
Not a member yet—or need to renew? Join today to receive Authentic Texas and support our efforts across Texas.
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Elizabeth & Robert Gunby, Dallas
Jennifer Schwenker, Austin
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Elgin Oral History Project
Ice House Museum & Cultural Center, Silsbee
Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, Fort Worth
Texas Tech University, Lubbock
See all Institution-level Partners
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