Comments for Texas Statewide Preservation Plan

Comment on Heritage Live Oak Tree in Huffman Texas by Gn

Gn — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:31:42 +0000

Not to far south of this beautiful tree, a few other old oaks are still thriving on fm 2100. Today on 4-15-13 I noticed a lot being cleared with one of these oaks. it has been mutilated, that is so sad that it did not have any protection.

Comment on Boo! New Cemetery Preservation Guide for You by velmira

velmira — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 17:09:09 +0000

I had just taken my kids to the museum in Wharton county yesterdayand we saw pictures of an old cript.It ends up the cript is right across from our house on our niegbors property.it was just beautiful.

Comment on Contact Us by Tracey Silverman

Tracey Silverman — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:06:04 +0000

Hi Carol! Thanks for your question. County Historical Commissions (CHCs) play a huge role as the local channel for Official Texas Historical Markers. Here’s a page on our new website that is a resource for CHCs regarding markers: http://www.thc.state.tx.us/preserve/projects-and-programs/state-historical-markers/information-county-historical-commissions. Many CHCs are also involved in cemetery preservation, including identifying historic cemeteries in their county, organizing clean-up and preservation events, as well as forming RIP Guardian groups to be the stewards of historic cemeteries in the area. Here’s the main cemetery preservation page on our website: http://www.thc.state.tx.us/preserve/projects-and-programs/cemetery-preservation. A great overall resource for County Historical Commissions is our CHC Outreach Program: http://www.thc.state.tx.us/preserve/projects-and-programs/county-historical-commission-outreach. Lastly, we have featured a number of CHC marker and cemetery preservation projects on this website. If you click on “County Historical Commissions” in the Topics sidebar, you can peruse the various ways CHCs work to preserve their local history. Hope this helps! If not, please don’t hesitate to call.

Comment on Contact Us by Carol Hoch

Carol Hoch — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 16:41:28 +0000

Good morning..I am interested in what part our County Historical Commissions play or contribute to preserving our cemeteries and also Historial Markers. Could you send me the link, I have scolled and have not been able to find the page, but know it is on your site.

Comment on I Love Texas Courthouses by Jeanny Smith

Jeanny Smith — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 21:45:58 +0000

I love the Colorado County Courthouse in Columbus, TX because of the Tiffany-style stained glass dome in the courtroom, upstairs. The dome was covered up by a false ceiling for many years, and was a surprise when renovations were started recently. I grew up in nearby Garwood.

Comment on Matagorda County for Kids by Mike Donegan

Mike Donegan — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:46:56 +0000

I am interested in the type of educational material that the CHC provided to school children, the cost, and how many children were involved. I am impressed with the goal of the CHC to influence young people. Thank you for your wonderful program!!!

Mike Donegan
Texas Historical Commissioner

Comment on Crosby CHC Works with High School Intern by Mike Donegan

Mike Donegan — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:35:25 +0000

I would like to congratulate the Crosby CHC for including young people in their efforts.
What a wonderful way to encourage preservation and expanding influence. Great job!!

Michael Donegan
Texas Historical Commissioner

Comment on Thanksgiving by Marty Moulthrop

Marty Moulthrop — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 14:53:54 +0000

Well done, THC!

Marty Moulthrop, Travis CHC (and THC “alum”)

Comment on The Go-To Gal for CHCs by Andy

Andy — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:33:06 +0000

I’ve had the good fortune of working with Amy for the past decade – she’s one of the most dedicated and hard-working people I know. It’s especially impressive to know she’s doing all this work (and more) after losing an assistant staff member due to the recent budget cuts. Thanks for putting her in the spotlight with this article. She deserves to be featured (and thanked)!

Comment on Collin CHC Grant Program by Candace Fountoulakis

Candace Fountoulakis — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 16:39:04 +0000

The Young Family Cemetery Association has been the recipient of grants from the Collin County Historical Commission over several years. The Young Cemetery, begun in 1847, has benefited from this grant program with fencing, tree removal and pruning, Scatter Garden improvements and a restoration of grave markers. Leveling and repairs have improved the long term prospects of the monuments to pioneers in Collin County. This year’s grant will enable two historical publications to be revised improved and reprinted for new generations to read and enjoy.