After Mission Dolores – East Texas Lumber History Program

Date

Apr 16 2026

Time

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Location

Mission Dolores State Historical Site
701 South Broadway St. San Augustine, TX 75972
Website
https://thc.texas.gov/historic-sites/mission-dolores
Phone
936-275-3815

After Mission Dolores – East Texas Lumber History Program

📅 April 16, 2026

⏰ 1-2PM

Cost: Free

📍Mission Dolores State Historic Site

Click for Directions 👉 701 South Broadway St. San Augustine, TX 75972

Join us on April 16 from 1:00–2:00 PM at the historic Mission Dolores State Historic Site in San Augustine, Texas, for an engaging educational program exploring the rich history of the East Texas lumber industry.

Guest presenter Kaitlin Wiesman from the Texas Forestry Museum will share insights into the rise of lumber mills, their impact on local communities, and how forestry shaped the economy and culture of East Texas. This informative talk is perfect for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone interested in Texas heritage.

Located in the heart of San Augustine, Mission Dolores State Historic Site offers a unique setting to learn about the region’s past while connecting with local history and preservation efforts.

Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how the timber industry helped build East Texas.

Date & Time: April 16, 1:00–2:00 PM
Location: Mission Dolores State Historic Site, San Augustine, TX


📞 For More Information:
Mission Dolores SHS – 936-275-3815amy.kitmacher@thc.texas.gov

Organizer

Mission Dolores State Historical Site
Mission Dolores State Historical Site