COMMISSIONER GEORGE P. BUSH ANNOUNCES 2019 SAVE TEXAS HISTORY ESSAY CONTEST
Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush is proud to announce the kick-off of the 2019 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?" "Our local communities reflect deep history whether we realize it or not," said Commissioner Bush. "We always appreciate monumental historic sites but tend to forget the history right at our front doors. Read More
Sam Houston conquers all in 2019 Top Texan Tournament
Today, Commissioner George P. Bush announced the winner of the 2019 Top Texan Tournament, with Sam Houston reclaiming his title after two consecutive wins in 2016 and 2017. “I’m pleased to announce that Sam Houston has earned enough votes to be crowned the 2019 Top Texan in Texas History," said Commissioner George P. Bush. " While I’m obviously disappointed my bracket was busted, I applaud Sam Houston for his impressive record of service to Texas that spanned decades. Read More
Gunter Middle School students and teachers work to conserve historic county map at the Texas General Land Office
Today, Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush released the following statement, applauding Gunter Middle School 7th graders for their dedication to Saving Texas History and their work to help conserve a historic map at the Texas General Land Office.After attending a Texas history educator’s workshop offered by the Texas General Land Office in 2017, Mrs. Jill Rodarmer, a teacher at Gunter Middle School, realized the importance and overwhelming need to conserve many of the one-of-a-kind maps housed at the GLO. Following the workshop, Mrs. Read More
Commissioner George P. Bush announces 4th annual Save Texas History Top Texan Tournament
Today Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush announced that the Texas General Land Office's (GLO) Save Texas History Program's 4th Annual Top Texan Tournament has begun. "Our fourth annual Top Texan Tournament is a chance to learn more about the men and women who have shaped our great state," said Commissioner George P. Bush. "Whether they're founding fathers and mothers, war heroes, suffragettes, civil rights leaders, artists, or presidents, we have a history of greatness here in Texas. Read More
The Alamo to host a lecture with historians from Mexico and the U.S. on the convergence of cultures in the Texas Revolution
As the Alamo commemorates the 183rd anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo, we are excited to invite you to Historians Speak: Convergence of Cultures in the Texas Revolution. This special lecture will examine how the experiences and history of the people of Texas, Mexico and the United States converge to create a deeper understanding of the Texas Revolution. This establishes a historical context for the events and historical figures associated with the conflict, including context for; Anglo colonization, the politics of Mexico, and the Battle of the Alamo. Read More
The Alamo to host live music festival on March 3
As the Alamo commemorates the 183rd anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo, we are excited to invite you to our sixth annual Crockett Fiddle Fest.Visitors will be treated to a full day of western swing, bluegrass and old-time country music in the beautiful Alamo Gardens. The bands that will be performing include Roadside Libby, Celtaire String Band, Mario Flores and the Soda Creek Band, Bret Mullins Band, Big Cedar Fever and more. This event is free to the public and the media is encouraged to attend. Read More
The Alamo honors the Gonzales 32 on March 1
As the Alamo commemorates the 183rd anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo, we are excited to invite you to The Immortal 32 Arrive! This special event honors the 32 men from Gonzales who answered William Barret Travis’ pleas for reinforcements on March 1, 1836. These heroic men would join the woefully undermanned Texas garrison and ultimately sacrifice their lives only days later in the Battle of the Alamo. For image and video, see our Commemoration media kit at thealamo.org/alamo19media. Read More
The Alamo to host 13 days of special events for Commemoration, Feb. 23 – March 6
The Alamo will host Commemoration, 13-days of special events and programming that honor the defenders who gave their lives in the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. From February 23 through March 6, there will be over 30 events, many of them free to the public. Read More
The Alamo to host ceremony on Dec. 15 for National Wreaths Across America Day
On Saturday, Dec. 15th, the Alamo will host a joint wreath-laying ceremony with Wreaths Across America, in participation with National Wreaths Across America Day. The Alamo is honored to take part in this national event, which will include more than 1,400 other ceremonies happening simultaneously across the U.S. The goal of National Wreaths Across America Day and Wreaths Across America is to honor the sacrifices of all service members throughout the year. Pictured: Wreaths placed at headstones at the Arlington National Cemetery in 2017 for National Wreaths Across America Day. Read More
Give A Gift that Saves Texas History
Texas Land Commissioner George P. Bush is encouraging Texans to give the gift of Texas history from the Texas General Land Office Archives. Historic map reproductions from the GLO are the perfect gift for friends and family that are proud of their Texas heritage and want to support the conservation of Texas history for future generations. With more than 45,000 maps to choose from, there is a map perfect for any person who takes pride in our great state. Read More