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OFFICIAL TEXAS HISTORICAL MARKERS

Learn how to apply for a Texas Historical Marker to commemorate significant sites and structures. Applications open in fall for RTHL and HTC markers. Undertold Marker Application Funds Program address historical gaps. Explore the THC website for marker details and examples.

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OFFICIAL TEXAS HISTORICAL MARKERS

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  1. OFFICIAL TEXAS HISTORICAL MARKERS

  2. Marker History

  3. Marker Types • Recorded Texas Historic Landmark (RTHL) Markers *buildings and structures only*

  4. Marker Types • Historic Texas Cemetery (HTC) Markers *HTC designation is a prerequisite*

  5. Marker Types • Subject Markers

  6. Regular Marker Program • THC accepts marker applications once a • year (fall) • Application requirements: • Application • Property owner consent & signature • Proof of ownership (must match consent) • 5-page narrative history w/citations • RTHL supplemental information http://www.thc.state.tx.us/preserve/projects-and-programs/state-historical-markers/apply-historical-marker

  7. Undertold/Marker Application Funds Program • Intended to address historical or geographical gaps in marker program • Applications accepted May 1 – June 15 • Funded topics receive a FREE 27” x 42” marker or the equivalent in historical research • Check the THC website marker page: http://www.thc.state.tx.us/preserve/projects-and-programs/state-historical-markers

  8. Undertold examples Sabine Farms, Harrison County (2008) Juan Seguin School, Guadalupe County (2010) St. Paul United Methodist Church (RTHL), Dallas County (2013)

  9. Replacements and supplemental plaques Replacement Markers Updated narrative may be required Current marker policies apply Applications accepted all year Supplemental plaques Applications accepted all year Include suggested wording on application

  10. Historical Marker webpage http://www.thc.state.tx.us/preserve/projects-and-programs/state-historical-markers

  11. Historic Sites Atlas • Search by: • Keyword • County • Address • Designation • Site Name

  12. THC Social Media Visit the THC blog: Follow THC on Twitter: http://www.thc.state.tx.us/blog @TxHistComm “Like” THC on Facebook: Texas Historical Commission

  13. THC Marker Staff Bob Brinkman Coordinator 512/463-8769 bob.brinkman@thc.state.tx.us Sarah McCleskey Historian 512/463-4149 sarah.mccleskey@thc.state.tx.us Ana Clark Program Specialist 512/463-6063 ana.clark@thc.state.tx.us history@thc.state.tx.us

  14. www.thc.state.tx.us

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