Brazoria County Historical Museum

04/10/2026

We want to extend a big thank you to everyone who attended our book signing Here Rests the Brave with Chris Kneupper at the museum! It was such a wonderful event, and we truly enjoyed having you with us.

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Thanks again for joining us, we hope you had as great a time as we did!

04/09/2026

On this day, 58 years ago, we laid my father, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., to rest.

He was assassinated for the work he was leading and the truth he was telling. In his final days, he was organizing for economic justice, standing with sanitation workers, and expanding the movement to confront poverty, inequality, and the moral direction of this nation.

What the world witnessed was not only the loss of a global leader, but the grief of a family, a community, and a movement. I was just a child, and yet that day marked a turning point that would shape the rest of my life.

Even in our sorrow, there was a call to continue. My mother carried that responsibility with strength and conviction, ensuring that the work did not end with his life.

That assignment remains. The work of justice, nonviolence, and creating the Beloved Community is still before us, and it requires our continued commitment.

04/09/2026

Today, April 9, we honor National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day.

We remember all former POWs from World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War who faced unimaginable hardship with courage and resilience.

Today, we honor their strength, remember those who never returned, and reaffirm that their sacrifices will never be forgotten. 🎗️

04/07/2026

04/02/2026

04/02/2026

Sharing on behalf of the Columbia Historical Museum

Join us for a special event at the Columbia Rosenwald School, presented in partnership with the Center for the Healing of Racism and the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston. Guests will experience an afternoon of history and reflection, including a screening of the documentary Rosenwald, followed by guided tours of the Columbia Rosenwald School and the Columbia Historical Museum.

Event Details:
🗓 Sunday, April 19, 2026
🕐 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
📍 First Baptist Church
226 South Broad St.
West Columbia, TX 77486

The Columbia Rosenwald School and Columbia Historical Museum will be open for tours from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

🎟 Admission is free and open to all (donations welcome)

Come learn, connect, and be inspired by this important chapter of American history.

We hope to see you there!

04/01/2026

April is a month full of meaningful observances, and we’re excited to highlight several that connect with history, culture, and community!

📜 Confederate History Month offers an opportunity to explore and reflect on a complex and important period in our nation’s past. At the museum, we encourage thoughtful learning and open dialogue as we examine history from multiple perspectives.

🌰 National Pecan Month celebrates one of our region’s most beloved crops! Pecans have deep roots in local agriculture and cuisine.

📝 National Poetry Month honors the power of words and creative expression. Poetry helps tell stories, preserve voices, and connect generations something we value deeply.

🎷 Jazz Appreciation Month recognizes a uniquely American art form that has shaped music and culture around the world. Its rich history reflects creativity, resilience, and innovation.

🤝 Volunteer Month is a special time for us to thank the incredible volunteers who support our museum. Your dedication helps keep history alive for our community!

Join us this April as we celebrate, learn, and reflect together.

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Abril es un mes lleno de conmemoraciones significativas, ¡y nos entusiasma destacar varias que conectan con la historia, la cultura y la comunidad!

📜 El Mes de la Historia Confederada ofrece una oportunidad para explorar y reflexionar sobre un período complejo e importante del pasado de nuestra nación. En el museo, fomentamos el aprendizaje reflexivo y el diálogo abierto mientras examinamos la historia desde múltiples perspectivas.

🌰 El Mes Nacional de la Nuez Pecanera celebra uno de los cultivos más queridos de nuestra región. Las nueces pecanas tienen profundas raíces en la agricultura y la gastronomía local.

📝 El Mes Nacional de la Poesía honra el poder de las palabras y la expresión creativa. La poesía ayuda a contar historias, preservar voces y conectar generaciones, algo que valoramos profundamente.

🎷 El Mes de Apreciación del Jazz reconoce una forma de arte exclusivamente estadounidense que ha dado forma a la música y la cultura en todo el mundo. Su rica historia refleja creatividad, resiliencia e innovación.

🤝 El Mes del Voluntariado es un momento especial para agradecer a los increíbles voluntarios que apoyan a nuestro museo. ¡Su dedicación ayuda a mantener viva la historia para nuestra comunidad!

Acompáñenos este abril mientras celebramos, aprendemos y reflexionamos juntos.

04/01/2026

Notice of Closure

In observance of Good Friday, our museum will be closed Friday.

We will resume regular hours Monday April 6th. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you back.

Brazoria County offices will be closed on Friday, April 3, for Good Friday. Offices will reopen Monday, April 6.

03/29/2026

Today, we honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of the brave men and women who served during the Vietnam War on National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

Observed every year on March 29, this day marks the anniversary of the withdrawal of U.S. combat troops from Vietnam in 1973, following the signing of the Paris Peace Accords. In 2017, Donald Trump signed the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017 into law, officially designating March 29 as a national day of recognition.

More than 2.7 million Americans served in Vietnam during one of the most challenging and controversial chapters in our nation’s history. Many Vietnam veterans returned home without the gratitude and support they deserved. National Vietnam War Veterans Day is a time to correct that, to say “Welcome Home,” and to ensure their service is never forgotten.

The Vietnam War Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. stands as a powerful reminder of the 58,000+ service members who lost their lives. It also symbolizes healing, remembrance, and unity.

Today, we pause to reflect on the sacrifices made, the families who carried the burden at home, and the enduring strength of those who served. If you know a Vietnam veteran, take a moment to thank them for their service and sacrifice.