Press Releases
With less than a month remaining until the second biennial Michael C. Duda Preservation Awards on April 30th at the San Antonio Botanical Garden, excitement is building.
THF is excited to announce seven new grantees for Winter 2026. Each project celebrates Texas history and demonstrates a shared commitment to protecting the state's heritage. Congratulations grantees!
The Texas Historical Foundation is pleased to welcome Rick Bluntzer of San Antonio to its Board of Directors.
Grant Presentations
Rosenberg Railroad Museum’s grant supports restoration of the 1938 ASTF #3401 Railway Post Office/Baggage Car, addressing safety, accessibility and climate control. The car, featuring original mail slots labeled for Texas towns, will become an interactive exhibit on the vital role of railroads in U.S. mail and cargo delivery.
The historic Old Mill House in San Saba, a beloved gathering place for the community, faced an uncertain future after devastating floods swept through the area in July 2025. THF presented a grant to the San Saba Garden Club to assist with the restoration of this treasured space.
TSHA's grant supported its 2026 Annual Meeting, held this year in Irving. Bringing together historians, educators, preservationists, and history experts from across the state, the conference is an important forum for sharing research, fostering collaboration, and promoting a deeper understanding of Texas history.
From the Blog
We are proud to announce seven grant recipients in its Winter 2026 funding cycle. Supporting projects ranging from Indigenous heritage and Spanish Colonial history to historic sites, museums, and community landmarks, this round of grants reflects THF’s ongoing commitment to preserving and sharing the diverse stories of Texas across the state.
Norma Schreiner’s Eight Miles from the Front Gate is a lively, novelistic memoir that weaves Texas history, ranching lore, and her own larger-than-life journey—from the Y.O. Ranch to a life of adventure—into an entertaining and affectionate portrait of a life well lived.
In 2025, the Texas Historical Foundation invested $236,453 in communities working to protect the places and stories that define our state. From historic buildings finding new life to archeological research deepening our understanding of Texas’ past, 31 projects across the state received needed support to move from intention to action.
