Two unique programs for children are open on Wednesdays and Thursdays: Native Texans, a history lesson at a real historic Tonkawa Indian camp site, and Forest Discoveries, a Texas nature program. Book now for summer! Details.

Be a real Texas trail rider just like in the 1800s! Ride through Lone Star history. Horse rides available on some weekends for $5 each at our Sprinkle Corner village. Trail rides, special classes also available. Join us for the fun!

Treat your mom on Mother's Day with an afternoon she'll always remember: Victorian High Tea in our 1859 Bell House, with an 1800s fashion show. Sunday, May 12, from 1-5 p.m. Limited seating. Reservations requested. Read more

See Austin's incredible horse-drawn past: Fancy carriages that governors and presidents rode in, buggies, wagons, even an original 1870s Texas stagecoach. Now open: "Wheels of Time" exhibit with fascinating vehicles from long ago.

Help restore the historic Wessels Hall on our Town Square. Donate any amount to preserve this showpiece of Texas' musical history and get two-stepping tunes started inside it once again. Click on the Join & Support tab to donate!

No need to sleep along the trail while visiting Austin, Texas Pioneers. The upscale Hyatt House at the Arboretum, our hotel partner, is offering spectacular rates starting at $89-per-night rate. Use corporate/group # 34013. See the details.