SAN FELIPE, Texas — The Texas Historical Commission (THC) invites kids and families to celebrate the holiday season at San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site from 12–4 p.m. Saturday, December 13.

Aimed at history lovers and families alike, activities for Christmas at San Felipe de Austin include a short presentation on religion and reflections on the Christmas season in Mexican Texas; readings of “Legend of the Poinsettia” and poinsettia papercraft activities for kids; and refreshments at the outdoor kitchen in the Villa de Austin historic townsite exhibit.

Before the event, site staff invite the community to watch the San Felipe Holiday Parade, which begins at 10 a.m. in front of the San Felipe/Frydek Volunteer Fire Station.

About San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site

Commemorating the location where, in 1823, Stephen F. Austin established a headquarters for his colony in Mexican Texas, San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site and museum share the stories of early settlers in this region.

About the Texas Historical Commission

The THC is the state's official historic preservation agency. It preserves, operates, and manages 42 state historic sites, the Texas Heritage Trails Program, Texas Main Street Program, Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program, and many more heritage tourism and historic preservation initiatives across the state. The THC’s mission is to protect and preserve the state’s historic and prehistoric resources for the use, education, enjoyment, and economic benefit of present and future generations. For more information, visit thc.texas.gov.