Austin Town

Brazoria County Fairgrounds 901 S. Downing, Angleton, TX, United States

Step back in time at this living history re-enactment. Austin Town recalls and celebrates the lives of pioneers who settled Colonial Texas from 1821 to 1832. Austin Town features character interpreters, demonstrators, sutlers, militia drill units, and period games. Admission is $3 for children and seniors; $5 for adults.

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Dia de los Muertos Exhibit

Brazoria County Historical Museum 100 E. Cedar, Angleton, Texas

Explore the heritage and culture of Dia de los Muertos. A community altar will also be available for the public to honor their deceased loved ones with photos, mementos, or silk flowers. Monday through Friday, 9 am - 5 pm and Saturday by appointment.

Entry Point for Major Trade in Southeast Texas (Virtual)

Brazoria County Historical Museum 100 E. Cedar, Angleton, Texas

A discussion on exotic trade items, where they may have originated from, and dispel the notion that the Late Archaic and Woodland period people in Southeast Texas lived in a remote backwater that was not connected to the major activity in the Mississippi Valley. Pre-registration is required.

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Letters to Santa

Brazoria County Historical Museum 100 E. Cedar, Angleton, Texas

Children of all ages can drop off their letters to Santa in the Brazoria County Historical Museum’s mail box. Though Santa and his Elves are busy this time of year, they always make time to answer each and every letter. All letters must be received by December 14th to ensure a response from Santa Claus. […]

Archeology of Christmas (Virtual)

Brazoria County Historical Museum 100 E. Cedar, Angleton, Texas

Join Dub Crook, Houston Archeology Society Member, (virtually) as he explores the Christmas story from Mary’s conception to the Holy family’s flight to Egypt supported by archeological discoveries. Pre-registration is required. https://brazoriacountytx.webex.com/brazoriacountytx/onstage/g.php?MTID=ec5659eb956fcb9cb80e159527ba32848