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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 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

General Land Office, City of San Antonio, Alamo Trust and Moses Rose's Hideout Owner Reach Agreement on Purchase of Building

Today, the General Land Office (GLO), the City of San Antonio (City), and Alamo Trust, Inc. (ATI) are delighted to announce the successful mediation and agreement with the owner of Moses Rose’s Hideout to purchase the building located at 516 E. Houston St. This mutual agreement ends the eminent domain litigation and is a landmark step towards the creation of the future Alamo Visitor Center and Museum. "Across Texas and worldwide, the Alamo stands as a symbol of bravery and utmost sacrifice. Read More

Commissioner Buckingham Announces The “I Saved Texas History” Fundraising Campaign

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D. Read More

The Texas General Land Office Launches New Map and Database Store, HistoricTexasMaps.com

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham is pleased to announce the Texas General Land Office (GLO) has launched its new Map Store and Database, Historic Texas Maps, HistoricTexasMaps.com.“For almost two years the GLO has worked diligently with our vendor, Keepthinking, to produce a website that is not only significantly more user-friendly, but also incorporates a new Content Management System that helps GLO staff manage the tremendous amount of metadata associated with our continuously growing collection of 45,000 maps,” said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More

Commissioner Buckingham Announces William Barret Travis as the 2023 Top Texan Tournament Winner

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham was pleased to announce that William Barret Travis has been selected by voters as the 2023 Top Texan Tournament Winner. After multiple weeks of legendary Texans facing off in exciting matchups during this Texas-style March Madness tournament, William B. Read More

Commissioner Buckingham Announces the 2023 Save Texas History Top Texan Tournament

Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham M.D. announced the start of the 2023 Save Texas History Top Texan Tournament, a bracket-style competition that coincides with the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, March Madness. The Texas-style March Madness tournament “tips-off” on Texas Independence Day and concludes shortly after Texas History Month.  “The Top Texan Tournament offers everyone the chance to engage with our state’s rich history in a unique and exciting way,” said Commissioner Buckingham. Read More

General Land Office Kicks Off 2022 “Treasures of the Texas Coast” Children’s Art Contest

Today, the Texas General Land Office (GLO) kicked off the 2022 “Treasures of the Texas Coast Children’s Art Contest” and is now accepting entries. Students (public, private and homeschool) in grades K-6 are encouraged to submit their own masterpieces. Artwork should be centered on the theme “Treasures of the Texas Coast” and express why the Texas coast is important or special to each artist. Read More