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General Sam Houston Day

Step back in time for an event honoring Sam Houston and his times, 1793-1863.

During General Sam Houston Day, visitors can enjoy historical demonstrations, hands-on activities, and period music.  Tour the homes the Houstons lived in, gain access to the Steamboat House and the 19th century period cabins on the property.  The events on the grounds and admission into the museum are FREE!

Event Details

Saturday, April 25, 2026

10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Sam Houston Memorial Museum and Republic of Texas Presidential Library and grounds

1836 Sam Houston Avenue

Huntsville, Texas 77340

There is no charge.  We want families to be able to enjoy a day together learning about Sam Houston and his times.

Full list of historical sites and demonstrators to come.

Food and drinks will be available for purchase on-site.  You are welcome to bring your own food to picnic on the grounds but please no glass containers.

Parking will be available:

  1. At the Katy & E. Don Walker, Sr. Education Center located at 1402 19th Street.
  2. SHSU dorm parking lot located north of the museum at 17th Street and Avenue M.
  3. In the avenues around the museum, but please respect the no parking signage.

This is a rain or shine event unless the weather is dangerous to visitors.

For more information about General Sam Houston Day, please contact Megan Buro, marketing manager, at mlb044@shsu.edu.

Look back at photos from previous General Sam Houston Days on our FlickR account.