Information below provided by Veronica Amoe – Nac Historic Sites Manager Website: nactx.us/historicsites
We’re preparing for a busy fall event season! Thursdays in the Garden continues at the Durst-Taylor House every other Thursday at 10 a.m., with crafts and lessons for children ages 2 to 10. This Wednesday, October 14, Homeschool Hop invites homeschool families to explore local sites through a collaboration between Nacogdoches and Lufkin museums.
The featured event this month is History After Dark on Thursday, October 29, where historian Dr. Scott Sosebee will lead a guided tour through downtown Nacogdoches, sharing stories best told after dark.
Be sure to check below and save the dates for our upcoming November and December events, too!
Along with these wonderful community events, our staff are hard at work preserving our four historic structures, guiding visitors each day, managing collections, and advancing special projects, including planning the permanent exhibit at Zion Hill Baptist Church Historic Site.
For questions about these events or any of our work, please contact us at historicsites@nactx.us or 936-560-4441.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE TOUR
Join Nacogdoches Historic Sites for History After Dark on Thursday, October 29, at 7:00 p.m. Historian Dr. Scott Sosebee will lead this special evening tour through downtown Nacogdoches, exploring those stories best told after dark. Topics include the Wettermark robbery, nightlife, mourning practices, and more.
The tour will begin at the Nacogdoches Visitor Center, 200 E. Main Street, and continue through downtown, including an after-hours tour of the Sterne-Hoya House along the way. Admission is free, but registration is required through eventbrite.com
Homeschool Hop 2026
Homeschool families are invited to get out and explore the museums, historic sites, and cultural resources of Lufkin and Nacogdoches during Homeschool Hop 2026!
This special two-day event gives homeschool students and families an opportunity to discover local history, culture, and educational resources throughout the region. Families can create their own schedule, visit as many participating locations as they would like, and enjoy a day of learning outside the classroom.
Lufkin Homeschool Hop
Tuesday, October 13
Nacogdoches Homeschool Hop
Wednesday, October 14
Get ready to dig, craft, and play your way through the past at Thursdays in the Garden; a FREE, hands-on history program made just for kids ages 2–10!
Step into the world of an 1800s farmstead at the Durst-Taylor House & Gardens (304 North St.), where every other Thursday brings a new adventure starting September 10th and ending November 19th.
Fall Dates: 10/22, 11/5, 11/19
From potato sack races and clothespin dolls to paper plate farm animals and nature mosaic crafts, each session is packed with playful activities inspired by life long ago.
No RSVP required, every other Thursday starting at 10:00 a.m.
Interested in demonstrating your historic skill, volunteering, or being a vendor?
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND SIGN UP FORM
Nacogdoches Historic Sites invites the community to take a step back in time at the Historic Skills Fair, happening Saturday, November 1st, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Durst-Taylor Historic House & Gardens (304 North St.). This free, family-friendly event offers a unique opportunity to explore life on a 19th-century farmstead through a variety of demonstrations and activities.
Visitors will have the chance to see and engage with traditional skills and crafts that were essential to daily life in the mid-1800s. Demonstrations may include everything from traditional crafts and textile work to old-fashioned methods of food preparation and preservation. You might even hear the lively sounds of period music filling the grounds!
Whether you’re a history enthusiast or just looking for a fun and educational outing, the Historic Skills Fair offers something for all ages. Come learn, explore, and connect with the heritage of Nacogdoches.
