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Cycle of Poverty: Economics of Reconstruction era Texas- Experience life as a Sharecropper in the 1890s and discover the short term and long term effects that the Reconstruction period had on the newly freed people of Texas. Students will learn firsthand how dire the financial hardships of a sharecropper could be in the latter part of the 19^th century, care for the land and animals that were part of their labor contract, and recycle clothing in order to make a family quilt.

Limited enrollment per session.

Tickets are non-refundable. Parent / chaperone must accompany student throughout the entire program. All tickets include admission to the Park allowing program participants to visit other areas of the Park before or after their program. The Park will be open 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. ADVANCE PURCHASE IS REQUIRED. Registration is limited and closes the Tuesday prior to the event.  If you have trouble booking please call (281) 343-0218 x220 to check availability.