America 250
May 2026
May
22
10:00a
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Exploration Station: Honoring Memorial Day
Guadalupe River State Park
Take a moment to learn the history and purpose of Memorial Day!
May
25
2:00p
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Petals of Memory
Fort Boggy State Park
Reflect on the history of Memorial Day and explore the symbolism of the Poppy while creating your own!
June 2026
Jun
13
12:30p
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2nd Saturday with Steve (Stephen F. Austin): Stories of the Enslaved in San Felipe de Austin
Stephen F. Austin State Park
Join educators from the San Felipe de Austin Historic Site and the Texas Historical Commission for a meaningful historical presentation.
July 2026
Jul
1
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America 250 Ultimate Picnic Photo Challenge
Galveston Island State Park
Join a coast‑to‑coast celebration of outdoor traditions with one simple snapshot.🎉
Jul
2
7:45p
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America 250: Sunset Watercolors on the Coast🎨
Galveston Island State Park
Celebrate 250 years of Americans finding inspiration in the outdoors!
Jul
4
8:30a
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Ink Your Own Declaration
Government Canyon State Natural Area
On this date, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, which was written using ink made from oak galls. What's a gall? Stop by and find out!
Jul
4
9:00a
End Date
Red White and Bluegill Family Fishing Event
Huntsville State Park
Celebrate Independence Day participating in one of this country’s oldest outdoor activities.
Jul
4
9:30a
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Jul
4
10:00a
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American 250th: Artillery Demo
Fort Richardson State Park & Historic Site / Lost Creek Reservoir State Trailway
Join us for this 4th of July celebration as we fire the cannons, display firearms, and watch military drills conducted by our reenactors.
Jul
4
1:00p
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Jul
4
2:00p
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