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Official Twitter page of the Museum of South Texas History … a place with a history like no other! #MOSTHistory

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History comes to life this Spring Break at MOSTHistory! Follow footprints, crack coded messages, ID airplanes for civilian defense, & make a pet plant to take home!

March 18th-21st |  Edinburg
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The Margaret H. McAllen Memorial Archive will be temporarily closed for the month of April.

🔹 No in-person research appointments will be available.
🔹 No new donations will be accepted until services resume in May 2025.

We appreciate your patience and support.

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Some of our very own MOSTHistory team members had the incredible opportunity to join the Walking Southern Roads to Freedom participants on their journey today.

We invite you to join us tonight for a special reception from 5-7 PM @ MOSTHistory to welcome the walkers and chat.

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Meet Stevie: MOSTHistory’s Furry Mascot!

If you’ve ever visited the Museum of South Texas History, you might have spotted Stevie, our resident outdoor historian (and expert sunbather).

Have a Stevie sighting? Tag us in your photos!

#StevieTheMuseumCat #MOSTHistory

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Extended Stay! The Emancipation Proclamation Broadside Remains on Display Until March 31.
This rare and powerful document marks a pivotal moment in U.S. history, and we’re honored to share it with our community for a little longer.
If you haven’t seen it yet, now’s your chance!

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“The Shooting Star of Starr County: An Out of this World Discovery” exhibit features the meteorites that landed on a ranch near the town of El Sauz in Starr County, Texas. This exhibit is included in the regular museum admission fees.

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For #BlackHistoryMonth, we’re displaying an original 1863 Emancipation Proclamation Broadside—a rare artifact used to spread the news of freedom in the 19th century.

Printed in Chicago, this document may have even survived the Great Chicago Fire of 1871!

📅 Opens Jan. 31, 2025

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MOSTHistory is a proud partner of The Texas Historical Commission’s Real Places 2025 conference, taking place both virtually and in person, April 23–25 in Austin.
Learn more and sign up at https://t.co/B5PcorgNyf

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Join us this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for free family-friendly activities. The first 50 families will receive a FREE rain sensor so you can see how much rain has fallen at your home! Thanks to UT Austin for providing the sensors.

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Ranch Fest is happening Saturday, Feb. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This family-friendly event will feature a variety of ranch demonstrations, activities, performances and food! Regular admission applies from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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MOSTHistory is a proud partner of The Texas Historical Commission’s Real Places 2025 conference.
This year, the conference will take place both virtually and in person, in Austin, April 23–25.
Learn more and sign up at https://t.co/B5PcorgfIH

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MOSTHistory is a proud partner of The Texas Historical Commission’s Real Places 2025 conference. Interested in protecting our past? Work directly with industry-leading experts & learn practical, actionable solutions you can apply in your community.
Link: https://t.co/B5PcorgfIH

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Bring the whole family to enjoy the “Bishop Emeritus Raymundo Peña Nativity Scene Collection,” a spotlight exhibit displaying 120 nativity scenes.
The collection is open this weekend, which is included in the regular museum admission fee.
Visit https://t.co/EeXpbsOvMS.

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MOSTHistory presents Club MOSTH: A New Millennium, a happy hour event for individuals 21 and over. Enjoy a night of 90s/00s club hits curated by @ChulitaVinylClub. 6 p.m. tomorrow! Admission: $10 for FRIENDS, $20 general admission, $25 @ the door. Make your reservations online!

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From the Museum Board of Trustees and Staff, we would like to wish you and your family a history-making holiday season!
The museum will be closed Tuesday, Dec. 24, and Wednesday, Dec. 25. Regular hours to resume Thursday, Dec. 26, at 10 a.m.

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MOSTHistory is a proud partner of The Texas Historical Commission’s Real Places 2025 conference.
Save up to $155 by taking advantage of early-bird registration by December 20. Learn more and sign up at https://t.co/B5PcorgNyf

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Give the gift of FRIENDship this holiday season. Buy a FRIENDship from MOSTHistory and visit the museum FREE all year long! Other benefits include invitations to special museum events & a discount at The Museum Store on certain items. Visit https://t.co/9JyciF7VSh for more info.

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MOSTHistory presents Club MOSTH: A New Millennium, a happy hour event for individuals 21 and over. Join us Friday, Dec. 27, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Museum. Admission is $10 for FRIENDS, $20 for general admission and $25 at the door. Reservations: https://t.co/EUFguoy0sT

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Tomorrow Museum CEO Francisco Guajardo will interview Joe Vera, an assistant city manager with the city of McAllen. This special presentation will feature a short interview and Vera’s participation in building the success of Border Fest and the McAllen Holiday Parade.