Historic Waco Foundation

Historic Waco Foundation Our mission is to preserve the heritage of Waco and McLennan County, Texas for future generations.

🎉 Fun Fact Friday 🎉Did you know there’s meaning behind every detail of the Historic Waco logo? 👀✨The orange and blue col...
05/29/2026

🎉 Fun Fact Friday 🎉

Did you know there’s meaning behind every detail of the Historic Waco logo? 👀✨

The orange and blue color scheme actually comes from our historic houses! 🏡 The orange is inspired by the brick found on all three of our historic house museums, while the blue matches the paint on Hoffmann House—our headquarters.

Take a closer look and you’ll spot even more history hidden in the design:
🔸 The arch in the “H” reflects the arches above the doors of our historic homes
🔹 The center of the “W” is shaped like a Waco Indian grass house

Together, these elements represent the homes of Wacoans both before and after the city was established in 1849—bringing our community’s history full circle. ❤️

Next time you see our logo, you’ll know there’s a story behind it!

🤝 Teamwork Thursday 🤝It takes a team to keep history alive — and we couldn’t do it without our incredible volunteers! ❤️...
05/28/2026

🤝 Teamwork Thursday 🤝

It takes a team to keep history alive — and we couldn’t do it without our incredible volunteers! ❤️

At Historic Waco, our volunteers play a vital role in everything we do — from assisting with events and welcoming guests to helping preserve the stories and spaces that make our community so special. 🏡✨

Whether you have a few hours to give or are looking for a meaningful way to get involved, there’s a place for you on our team!

Ready to make an impact and be part of something bigger? Join us as a volunteer: https://www.historicwaco.org/volunteer

Together, we can continue to preserve Waco’s history for generations to come. 🙌

🕰️ What Is It Wednesday 🕰️Today’s featured item is a beautiful piece of musical history! 🎶✨This Lyon & Healy harp was ma...
05/27/2026

🕰️ What Is It Wednesday 🕰️

Today’s featured item is a beautiful piece of musical history! 🎶✨

This Lyon & Healy harp was manufactured in 1894 in Chicago, IL. Local harpist Willie Baker Miller (Mrs. E.D. McCaa) purchased the instrument for $872.00 — which would be about $30,000–$50,000 today! It was also the very first harp the company ever sent to Texas. 🤯

Even more special, the chair you see with it was also donated by the harpist herself. ❤️

This stunning harp and chair can be seen at the East Terrace House Museum — a true glimpse into the elegance and artistry of the past.

Have you ever seen this harp in person? Or did you know this piece of Waco history? We’d love to hear your thoughts and memories! 👇

🗣️ Talk About It Tuesday 🗣️If you could spend one day living in any historical time period, which would you choose and w...
05/26/2026

🗣️ Talk About It Tuesday 🗣️

If you could spend one day living in any historical time period, which would you choose and why? 🕰️✨

Would you step back into the Wild West days, experience life in the early 1900s, or go even further back in time? 🤔

Share your answer in the comments — we’d love to hear where you’d go and what you’d want to experience! 👇

🌟 Mission Monday 🌟Did you know that Historic Waco offers virtual exhibits? 💻🏡 This allows us to share local history beyo...
05/25/2026

🌟 Mission Monday 🌟

Did you know that Historic Waco offers virtual exhibits? 💻🏡 This allows us to share local history beyond our doors and make it accessible to anyone, anywhere!

From unique artifacts to rich stories of the past, our virtual exhibits help keep Waco’s history alive and available for all to explore. ❤️

Opportunities like this are made possible through the support of our amazing community. If you want to help support our mission and allow us to continue providing resources like our virtual exhibits, you can give here: https://www.historicwaco.org/hw-logo?give=8NDR96EK

Thank you for helping us preserve and share the stories that matter most. 🙌

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country....
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. ❤️

Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice have given us the freedoms we enjoy today, and we are forever grateful.

As we spend time with family and friends, let us also take a moment to reflect, remember, and honor those who gave everything.

05/24/2026

Thank you to everyone who braved the rain and came out for our Castillo Family Food Tour!
We had a great time with lots of local history and tasty treats!

Thanks to our sponsors:
La Fiesta Mexican Food and Tex-Mex Restaurant
The Texas Collection

🎉 Fun Fact Friday 🎉Did you know that Historic Waco hosts both a spring and a fall lecture every year? 📚✨Our next lecture...
05/22/2026

🎉 Fun Fact Friday 🎉

Did you know that Historic Waco hosts both a spring and a fall lecture every year? 📚✨

Our next lecture is coming up this September and will feature a fascinating discussion on Sironia, TX — you won’t want to miss it!

Have you attended one of our lectures before? We’d love to hear from you! 💬
Comment your favorite lecture you’ve attended below and share what made it memorable. ❤️

We still have tickets for our 7:30 tour! Come on out for some tasty history! Purchase tickets at the door or at historic...
05/21/2026

We still have tickets for our 7:30 tour!
Come on out for some tasty history!
Purchase tickets at the door or at historicwaco.org

🏡 Take Part Thursday 🏡Want to make a difference in preserving Waco’s rich history? Now’s your chance to take part! ❤️By ...
05/21/2026

🏡 Take Part Thursday 🏡

Want to make a difference in preserving Waco’s rich history? Now’s your chance to take part! ❤️

By becoming a member of Historic Waco, you’re directly supporting the preservation of historic homes, educational programs, and community events that keep our local heritage alive for future generations.

Membership is a meaningful way to get involved, stay connected, and be a part of something bigger in our community. 🙌

Ready to take part? Learn more and join today: https://www.historicwaco.org/membership

Together, we can continue to protect and celebrate the stories that make Waco so special. ✨

🕰️ What Is It Wednesday 🕰️Today’s featured item was found inside one of our historic houses, giving us a small glimpse i...
05/20/2026

🕰️ What Is It Wednesday 🕰️

Today’s featured item was found inside one of our historic houses, giving us a small glimpse into everyday life from the past. 👀

Did you know what this item is? Have you ever seen one before — or maybe even had one in your family? We’d love to hear your memories, stories, and experiences in the comments below! ❤️

History has a funny way of connecting generations. 😉

Address

810 S 4th Street
Waco, TX
76706

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+12547535166

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