News / Press Releases
04 Nov2013
Thousands Attend Texian Market Days 2013
Over 6,000 guests explored four historic sites and a plethora of activities at George Ranch Historical Park on Friday, October 25 and Saturday, October 26. The Park was bustling with excitement over the weekend as guests traveled from miles around to experience over 100 years of Texas history at the 30th Annual Texian Market Days,...31 Oct2013
Trailside Exhibit Opens in Memory of Orin Covell
Approximately 50 family members and friends gathered together on Friday October 25, for the ribbon cutting ceremony launching a new trailside exhibit at the George Ranch Historical Park. The exhibit is located on the bridge at the midway point of the George Ranch Heritage Trail at a particularly scenic section overlooking Dry Creek. George...06 Sep2013
Texian Market Days Celebrates 30th Year!
On Saturday, October 26, Texian Market Days returns to the George Ranch Historical Park for its 30th year in a row. This celebration of Texas heritage has something for everyone with an assortment of food and craft vendors, battle re-enactments, live music and hands-on activities that both children and adults will enjoy. The George Ranch Historical...31 Jul2013
Bridal Open House at George Ranch Historical Park
First Ever Bridal Open House Set for Saturday, August 17 Free Event Welcomes Future Brides and Will Showcase Unique Bridal Products and Services, Plus Fabulous Door Prizes! George Ranch Historical Park will host its first ever Bridal Aristocrat Tour on Saturday, August 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This free event is...31 Jul2013
Labor Day BBQ Celebrations
Labor Day BBQ Events at the George Ranch Historical Park Celebrate Labor Day weekend with an old-fashioned 1930s barbeque on Saturday, August 31 and Monday, September 2 at George Ranch Historical Park. Gather on the lawn of the George Home under the shade of the ancient oak tree and chow down on some old-style...08 Jun2013
Student Photography Contest Announced
Student photographers, ages 5 to 17 are invited to enter their favorite photos taken at George Ranch Historical Park in the Student Photography Contest that will help create the Park’s 2014 calendar. The top four winners in each age group will win a spot in the 2014 calendar, an award certificate and four tickets...16 May2013
Fireside Suppers: Historic Foodways Cooking Classes at George Ranch
Embark on a culinary adventure and discover flavors and cooking techniques of the past that are still thoroughly enjoyed in the present. Fireside Suppers are an exciting new Historic Foodways program presented by Chef Nick Castelberg, AKA “Cookie”, at George Ranch Historical Park. Chef Castelberg said, “The Fireside Suppers are a chance for guests...18 Apr2013