Waco has many historic homes owned by individuals, and for the first time ever guests will get to experience the interior of those privately owned homes! Join us as we explore four historic houses owned by passionate Wacoans. Guests will arrive at the Good Neighbor House at 1:30 and tours begin at 2.

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In honor of Waco’s 175 Anniversary Celebration, Historic Waco will be hosting a vendor fair event at the Waco Downtown Farmers Market. Our vendors will have an emphasis on Waco and represent different historical aspects from Waco’s past. Guests can also complete a historical passport activity that will involve reenactors and door prizes upon completion! This event is free so be sure to stop by!

In this brand-new event, guests will explore the McCulloch Historic House and hear of Waco deaths and legends which are famous, infamous, curious, and strange! Featuring The Crash at Crush, hidden household killers, Telephus A. Johnson, and more!

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Historic Waco is proud to announce the 2024 Fall Lecture: William Brann: The Troll Apostle! Join us at the Lee Lockwood Library on Thursday, October 17th from 6:30 - 8:00 pm as guest speaker Bradley Turner discusses one of Waco’s most notorious individuals. Admission is free for HW members and students with ID and $5 for non-members. Tickets may be purchased at the gate.

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The East Terrace Historic House Museum is turning 150! Help us celebrate one of Waco’s grandest houses with a birthday party. House tours will be available from 10 am - 4pm and a free dedication of a memorial garden honoring Billie Brownfield will start at 5:30 and will end at 6. After the dedication, guests may travel to the Nell Pape Garden Center for a concert featuring local legendary band The Morticians! From 7-9, enjoy an indoor concert and plenty of birthday cake.

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Embark on a family-friendly scavenger hunt! Use our Waco History App to decipher clues, complete missions, and learn more about Waco’s early history! The top three winners receive a prize basket from local businesses! Start your journey at the Downtown Waco Farmer’s Market between 8:30-10:00 am. Register today by clicking this link!

Historic Waco and The Texas Collection at Baylor University are proud to announce a new Walking Food Tour! Enjoy a culinary experience based on the life of Pat Neff, former Texas Governor and Baylor University President.

Guests will stroll through the grounds of the Pape Gardens and learn about the life of one of Waco’s most famous residents, all while enjoying small bites prepared by the University High School Academy of Culinary Arts using historic recipes. Click HERE to buy your tickets today!

Historic Waco is excited to host the Tale as Old as Time Tea Party! Join us in the spectacular East Terrace historic house ballroom for a tea party complete with story time and pictures with the princess. Guests will also enjoy live music and the opportunity to shop from local vendors. The first party begins at 10:30 AM and the second begins at 1:30 PM. We hope to see you soon!

History Waco is proud to announce the 2024 Spring Lecture: Pat Neff! Join us at the Lee Lockwood Library on Tuesday, March 5th from 6:30 - 8:00 pm as guest speaker Alan Lefever discusses Pat Neff’s time at Baylor. Admission is free for HW members and students with ID and $5 for non-members. Tickets may be purchased at the gate.

Santa is here! Historic Waco is happy to announce their annual Breakfast With Santa event. Join us Saturday, December 9th, from 9-12 and enjoy food, activities, crafts, and a vendor market.

Pictures with Santa will be available from 10-12.

Tickets are $5 and will be available on the website or at the door. Click the above image to buy tickets!

Join us as Historic Waco celebrates the holidays with the return of our Candlelight Tours! All three houses will be open from 6:00 - 9:00 PM on December 8th, 2023. Each ticket is $20 or $18 if you are a member of Historic Waco and gets you access to all three houses! Light refreshments will be served at all houses. Click the picture above to purchase tickets!

Join Historic Waco as we celebrate Christmas on the Brazos at the Johnson Taylor House in the Pape Gardens! Dinner will be provided by University High. Click the image above to buy tickets!

Historic Waco is proud to present the 2023 Fall Lecture: Bonnie and Clyde. Join us as we learn the history behind some of history’s most notorious criminals. Admission is $5 and free for HW members or students with a valid school ID.

Tuesday, September 19th, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Lee Lockwood Library 2801 West Waco Drive

Join Historic Waco for another one of our spring lectures! The event will be held at the Lee Lockwood Library (2801 W Waco Drive) on February 28th, at 6:30 pm. Our panel this year will involve professors from Baylor’s music department and Baylor Mariachi! Come learn with us and enjoy refreshments afterwards. Members and students with an active ID receive free admission, and tickets are $5 each.

Our first ever Valentine’s Sweetheart dance is here! Join us from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm on Saturday, February 11th, at the East Terrace House (100 Mill Street) to enjoy refreshments, learn some ballroom steps, and dance to the music of years past. The Baylor Ballroom Dance Society will be in attendance to help teach the basics , and we hope you can join us, too! The event will take place downstairs and upstairs in the East Terrace Ballroom, and vintage clothing is strongly encouraged. Admission is $10 and an RSVP is required for the event - tickets are limited! Members are entitled to their 10% discount.

Santa is back and better than ever! Come and visit him and his helpers on Saturday, December 10th, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Helen Marie Taylor Museum to enjoy food, a hot chocolate bar, activities, crafts, and a vendor market. And who knows, you may even catch the Grinch lurking around the corner!

Tickets are 5$ and are available on the website or at the door!

Our annual Christmas dinners are back! Join us on Saturday, December 3rd, from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at historic homes across Waco to enjoy this festive evening. Tickets for the catered dinners are $85 each, and can be purchase by calling our office at 254-753-5166 to reserve your seat. RSVP by November 25th.

Each historic home has a unique meal planned. Please click through the offerings below to read each menu, then select your preferred location to let us know where you would like to attend. Vegetarian options are available at each location and MUST be noted upon your booking. If you have any ADA or accessibility concerns, please let our staff know so that we can ensure a placement on the bottom floor.

Who doesn’t love a fun day full of history?! Come by East Terrace for activities, snacks, and more! Admission is free for this event, and all are welcome. There will be lots of opportunities to create and experience fun things from the past!