SAVE THE DATE: Land Commissioner Buckingham Encourages Texans to Attend the Save Texas History Symposium

AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., encourages Texans to attend the Save Texas History (STH) Symposium on November 13-14, 2026, at the Bullock Texas State History Museum in downtown Austin, Texas, for two days of cutting-edge historical presentations on Texas history. 

This year’s symposium theme, "A Lone Star Among Many: Texas and the Making of America,” examines Texas history in the context of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the United States’ Declaration of Independence. 

Click the button below to learn more about the event, register, and join us for the 2026 Save Texas History Symposium:

2026 Save Texas History Symposium

We have an exciting group of eight speakers for Friday’s Student Research Showcase and seven distinguished historians presenting their recent work on Saturday. These fifteen speakers represent fifteen different colleges, universities, or historical organizations, and they approach Texas history from unique backgrounds and perspectives to examine our state’s place in the 250 years of American independence.  The event also features a Friday night dinner reception at the Bullock Museum headlined by JB Sauceda, executive producer and host of Texas Country Reporter.  

WHO: The GLO's Save Texas History Program and its sponsors

WHAT: 2026 Save Texas History Symposium, "A Lone Star Among Many: Texas and the Making of America"

WHEN: Friday, November 13, 2026 to Saturday, November 14, 2026

WHERE: The Bullock Texas State History Museum
                1800 Congress Avenue
                 Austin, Texas 78701

COST: $125 for both days + $50 for Save Texas History Friday Evening Reception

Created in 2004, the Save Texas History Program is a statewide initiative to rally public support and private funding for the preservation and promotion of the historic maps and documents housed in the GLO Archives.

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Dr. Dawn Buckingham made history in 2022, winning a statewide election to become Texas' first female Land Commissioner. As Land Commissioner, Dr. Dawn Buckingham is committed to helping Texans after a disaster, supporting Texas energy, ensuring that every child in Texas receives a high-quality public education, serving Texas Veterans, and securing the border to keep our communities safe.

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