Posts Tagged ‘History/Heritage’
Hispanic Heritage @ The Mayborn Museum
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with two exhibits at the Mayborn!🎊 🎨 The Community Ofrenda designed by Eric Linares 🎨 Amarte by Ines Alvidres We invite everyone to bring an image or memento of their loved one to place on the Ofrenda. Learn more about the Ofrenda! You can also explore Mexican folk art with Ines…
Read More9-11 Remembrance Concert & Fundraiser
The Texas Music CafĂ© TV Show is recording at the Lee Lockwood Library as part of the fundraiser to purchase lumber for handicap ramps for Veterans through The Stan C. Parker Foundation. Come be a part of our TV studio audience featuring “Rising Stars and Lone Star Legends – The Best Music You’ve Never Heard.”…
Read More21st Annual Genealogy Lock In
October is family history month. Join us in learning more about genealogy research presented through 8 amazing programs. Volunteer researchers will help you with one-on-one research. Door prizes! Craft project!
Read More35th Annual Homestead Fair
Watch and cow being milked, lend a hand at the old-fashioned timber frame barn raising and watch a master craftsman fashion a fine Windsor chair straight from a rough log! Afterward, sample one of the multicultural dishes from the food court or maybe lick a delicious maple pecan ice-cream cone while touring our farm on…
Read MoreWestfest 2022
Join the city of West in a celebration of its Czech heritage! Enjoy cold beers, traditional Czech food, polka dancing and more at the West fair and rodeo grounds on South Main Street. With a carnival, parade, 5K and arts and crafts vendors, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at this annual festival. Full list…
Read MoreDia De Los Muertos Parade & Festival
Experience the festival of Dia De Los Muertos! Dia De Los Muertos is a celebration of life, a tradition where we remember our loved ones, cherish the moments we had with them, and reflect on our own life. The Dia De Los Muertos Parade and Festival bridges the gap between communities around Waco and showcases…
Read MoreWaco Walks: Downtown Design Walk
Description: The City of Waco is constantly working to make downtown Waco a great place to live work and play – and you are invited to help! Join others and learn about urban design elements that help create a more comfortable and enjoyable space, and give feedback! Elements discussed will include: downtown landscaping, lighting, crosswalk…
Read MoreBell’s Hill Walk
The Silos weren’t the first tourist attraction in Waco. Once upon a time we were known as “Geyser City” and people came from all across the country to take a dip in our “healthful waters.” Learn all about Captain J. D. Bell, the man who discovered these waters, and wander around the neighborhood where he…
Read MoreCarry The Load
Join others at the Waco Fire Department as “Carry the Load” marchers make their way through Waco. This national relay pays respects and honors the sacrifices of America’s military, veterans, first responders and their families. The Carry The Load relay team travels and makes stops across the country during the month of May. This year…
Read MoreFree Movie Night
The inspiring film Hidden Figures featuring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and Janelle Monae will be shown for free. Popcorn and lemonade provided!
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