Upcoming Events
Special events make special memories.
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AN EVENING WITH THE AUTHOR | Trammel's Trace - A Defining Part of East Texas History
Gary L. Pinkerton, author of Trammel’s Trace: The First Road to Texas from the North. will tell the story of this early trail and its role in the history of Rusk County. Thursday, June 12, 2025, 6:30 until 7:30 pm at the museum.
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Book a Party or Special Event
Call for Availabilty
Our Discovery Center is ready to host your child’s birthday party.
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Syrup Festival
Second Saturday in November
The Heritage Syrup Festival in Henderson, Texas, has been celebrated for over 35 years, preserving folk traditions and creating sweet memories.
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Grandparents Day
June 10, 2025, 10am until 2pm
This annual event is a fun way to connect generations and have a day of fun on the grounds of the center. Reservations are required, click the button below to make yours.
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Heritage Folk Art Day
April (TBD)
This educational experience for second grade students was created as part of the Folk Art Preservation Project. Reservations are required.
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Touch-a-Truck
June 3rd and June 17th
Kids. . . and adults. . . can see, touch, and experience all kinds of trucks in this special day open to the public. June 3rd will be vehicles from law enforcement, and June 17th will be the special trucks that make our community a better place to live.