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Carnegie History Center kicks off America’s 250th birthday celebration at First Friday
3+ hour, 45+ min ago (207+ words) BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - The Carnegie History Center in downtown Bryan is joining the national countdown to the nation's 250th birthday with a special exhibit during First Friday. Starting at 5 p.m. on March 6, the Texas State Library and Archives Commission will host a…...
Major historical documents hit the road as part of nation's 250th celebration
23+ hour, 33+ min ago (62+ words) Major historical documents hit the road as part of nation's 250th celebration'KBTX News 3 Major historical documents hit the road as part of nation's 250th celebration First Alert Weather in effect Saturday and Sunday Hearing for man accused of shooting Israeli Embassy staffers…...
Washington on the Brazos marks 190 years of Texas independence
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (312+ words) WASHINGTON, Texas (KBTX) - The annual Washington on the Brazos returned to celebrate Texas history. On Saturday, hundreds of visitors gathered this weekend at Washington on the Brazos to mark 190 years since 59 delegates signed the Texas Declaration of Independence. The Central…...
Built on History: Brazos Valley African American Museum Stands Where Freed Slaves First Owned Land
1+ week, 6+ day ago (522+ words) BRAZOS COUNTY, Texas (KBTX) - One hundred and fifty-eight years ago, the land where the Brazos Valley African American Museum (BVAAM) now sits was once an area of promised dreams. "There were a lot of challenges during the Reconstruction era and…...
The Millican Massacre: When violence shook a small Texas town
2+ week, 6+ day ago (722+ words) MILLICAN, Texas (KBTX) - Just off State Highway 6, south of College Station, lies the community of Millican. It's a small town that many pass through every day. However, that small town is full of history. But 158 years ago, violence broke out…...
Brazos Valley African American Museum showcases local history for Black History Month
3+ week, 4+ day ago (71+ words) Brazos Valley African American Museum showcases local history for Black History Month'KBTX News 3 Brazos Valley African American Museum showcases local history for Black History Month The Carlson Law Firm clarifies the claim process Stock up on books to support local…...
Carnegie Library offers Black History Month scavenger hunt in Bryan
3+ week, 5+ day ago (175+ words) BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - This segment on The Three was paid for and sponsored by Destination Bryan. The Carnegie History Center is hosting a "Hunt for Black History in the Brazos" series throughout February to explore African American history in the…...
Hollie Tatnell’s lone grave: a symbol of resistance & love
3+ week, 6+ day ago (511+ words) HEARNE, Texas (KBTX) - A lone grave sits in the middle of a road in Hearne, not because it was forgotten, but because one family refused to disturb their mother's final resting place. The grave belongs to Hollie Tatnell, who was…...
February Events at The Museum of the American G.I.
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (220+ words) BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - February is a busy month for The Museum of the American G.I. On Saturday, Feb. 7, at 2 p.m., author Will Hogan hosts a signing for his book "Task Force Hogan." He shares the real-life story of his father's legendary World…...
The BVAAM honors Black History Month with an upcoming program and new Holocaust liberation exhibit
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (398+ words) BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - As Black History Month begins, the Brazos Valley African American Museum is inviting the community to gather for an evening of learning, reflection and connection. The museum is hosting its third "First Friday" program on Friday, February…...