Commissioner Buckingham Encourages Texans to Utilizes GLO's Texas Beach Watch Program During the 2024 Beach Season
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., invites Texans to utilize the Texas General Land Office's (GLO) Texas Beach Watch resources during the 2024 Beach Season. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Announces the I Saved Texas History 2024 Fundraising Campaign
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., announced the "I Saved Texas History" fundraising campaign conducted by the Save Texas History Program at the Texas General Land Office (GLO). Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Secures General Land Office Ownership of Alamo Cenotaph
Texas Land Commissioner Buckingham is proud to announce the General Land Office has now obtained ownership of the historic Alamo Cenotaph. This landmark decision was voted on in the San Antonio City Council Meeting this morning."I'm proud to announce the General Land Office now has complete control of the Cenotaph. Ensuring this precious piece of Texas history is preserved and remains standing tall in its place has been my steadfast promise to all Texans," said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More
Texas Land Commissioner Buckingham Announces Next Phase of Alamo Cenotaph Restoration Project
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced the next phase of the Alamo Cenotaph Restoration Project, which will address structural and corrosion issues uncovered in the recent Cenotaph Structural Integrity Investigation. Read More
William B. Travis Letter Returns to the Alamo From February 23 - March 24, 2024
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham M.D. encouraged Texans to view the original Travis Letter written by William B. Travis at the Alamo. He addressed his letter “To the People of Texas and All Americans in the World" and passionately pleaded for aid for the Alamo garrison.This incredible piece of Texan and American history will be displayed at the Alamo Exhibit at the Ralston Family Collections Center from February 23 through March 24, 2024. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Announces the Winners and Finalists of the 2023 Save Texas History Essay Contest
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is pleased to announce the winners and finalists of the 2023 Save Texas History Essay Contest, sponsored by the Texas General Land Office's Save Texas History Program. Fourth and seventh-grade students from across the state answered the important question, "What history in your community is worth saving?""It has been an honor to read about young Texans' passion for our state's rich history. These students truly produced many incredible essays for this one-of-a-kind competition," said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Encourages Texans to Vote for Alamo Exhibit as Best New Attraction in America
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham M.D. encouraged Texans to vote for the Alamo Exhibit at the Ralston Family Collections Center as the "Best New Attraction in America" in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. The Alamo Exhibit has been nominated for this prestigious award that not only recognizes incredible attractions and businesses, but also provides these locations as recommendations to readers for future experiences. Voting is open to the public. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Announces Structural Integrity Investigation of the Alamo Cenotaph
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. announced that the Alamo Trust, Inc. will conduct an in-depth Structural Integrity Investigation of the Alamo Cenotaph beginning in early November 2023.The Alamo Cenotaph will not be moved from its current location. This investigation will be conducted to gain valuable insights into the current condition of the structure itself. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Announces General Land Office's 2023 Limited Edition Christmas Ornament and Historic Map Sale
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. Read More
Commissioner Buckingham Announces the 2023 Save Texas History Essay Contest for 4th and 7th Grade Texas Students
Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. is proud to announce the kickoff of the 2023 Save Texas History Essay Contest for 4th and 7th grade students. The Save Texas History Essay Contest encourages students to answer an important question: “What history in your community is worth saving?”"My family were some of the first pioneers to settle in Texas seven generations ago, and from these deep roots that bind me to the very heart of Texas I have made it my mission to preserve our state's rich history," said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More