Texas America 250

Texas America 250

In 2026, America commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Harris County Public Library will present special events throughout the year to encourage celebration, reflection, and commemoration and to promote civic engagement. Additionally, HCPL branches will host the Texas State Library and Archives Commission's Texas America250 exhibit which highlights historically significant Texas Treasures from TSLAC's collections.

TSLAC Texas America250 Traveling Exhibit

TSLAC's Texas America250  traveling exhibit highlights historically significant Texas Treasures from our collections, including historical records from the State Archives.  From Spanish missions to the space race, the landscape, culture, economy, and people of Texas have all played essential roles in the development of the United States.

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