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Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm Thursday 10am - 4:30pm Friday 10am - 4:30pm Saturday 10am - 4:30pm

Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum

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Bringing to life the twin legends of the Texas cowboy and the Longhorn.

The Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum is located in the heart of historic Downtown Cuero, Texas. CTHM aims to preserve the ranching and agricultural heritage of south central Texas, with roots in the great cattle drives of the 1800s. Celebrating the heart of the trail - where Texas cowboys became legends and the longhorn steer an icon.

11/02/2026

📖 History Has More Than One Side to Tell!
Intrigue, ambition, and Confederate scheming along the Texas-Mexico border during the Civil War take center stage in an upcoming book lecture at Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum.

Join us on Sunday, November 22, as professor, author, and historian William S. Kiser shares fascinating stories from his book, Illusions of Empire, followed by a question-and-answer session.
📅 Sunday, November 22, 2026
🕑 Doors Open: 2:00 PM | Lecture: 2:30 PM
🎟️ Admission is FREE!
📞 Reservations are not required but are appreciated! If you plan to attend, please let us know by calling 361-277-2866 or emailing [email protected].

We look forward to seeing you for an afternoon of Texas history!

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum! 🎃🌙 From old legends and frontier tales to the real stories preserved throughout our exhibits, history has no shortage of unforgettable characters.

We hope your day is filled with a little mystery, plenty of fun, and maybe a story or two worth retelling. 👻 Stop by CTHM and spend some time with the stories that shaped South Texas.
https://chisholmtrailmuseum.org/

10/28/2026

A spur can reveal a surprising amount about the rider who wore it. ⚙️🐴 Shape, metalwork, rowels, and ornamentation could reflect region, purpose, craftsmanship, and even status.

CTHM’s Texas Spur Collection brings together examples from notable makers and traditions that helped shape cowboy culture across Texas and beyond. Interested in seeing a spur for yourself? 👀 Discover more here:
https://chisholmtrailmuseum.org/collections/texas-spur-collection/

10/27/2026

🎃 Join us at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum for a special Cow Poke Storytime featuring The Halloween Kid!

👻 Enjoy a fun Halloween story, craft and treats! 🍬🍭

👻 Wear your favorite costume and come ready for a boo-tiful time filled with stories, creativity and Halloween Fun! 🎃

10/21/2026

Want to keep up with what’s happening at CTHM? 📬 Join our mailing list for museum news, upcoming events, exhibit updates, and more!

Getting connected is quick and easy✨:
✔️Visit https://chisholmtrailmuseum.org/
✔️Scroll to the bottom of the page
✔️Enter your information—and you’re all set.

10/19/2026

Cattle drives, frontier justice, Texas Rangers, and the folklore of the cowboy all come together in one of CTHM’s signature exhibits. 🤠 The Ranching Heritage of the Guadalupe River Valley traces the region’s cattle-ranching story through carefully selected artifacts and local history.

We invite you to see the exhibit for yourself.🐂 Discover more here:
https://chisholmtrailmuseum.org/exhibits/

10/17/2026

Looking for an event space with a little more character? ✨ The Friar Thomas Community Center offers flexible rooms inside CTHM’s historic 1903 Knights of Pythias Hall, while the restored English-German School, built around 1880, brings its own rustic charm and community history.

🏛️ Explore both spaces and start planning your event:
https://chisholmtrailmuseum.org/cuero-tx-event-spaces/

10/13/2026

THANK YOU to Tracy Monk and her garden helpers for keeping the English-German Schoolhouse raised beds clean and filled with delicious fruits and vegetables. We also extend our sincere thanks to Walmart Cuero for generously donating the seeds that help make this garden grow. 🌱🪏☀️

10/07/2026

HAPPY TURKEYFEST!

10/01/2026

Step back in time and join us for an evening of history, discussion, and patriotism as we explore 1776 by David McCullough!

Book: 1776 by David McCullough
Date: January 14, 2027
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum

And we’re honored to welcome a very special guest speaker…

🎩 Mark Collins, as George Washington! 🇺🇸

Come hear from “George Washington” himself and join the conversation about the people, challenges, and events that shaped the birth of our nation.

Whether you’ve finished the book, are still reading, or simply love history, come join us for an evening of lively discussion and a little trip back to 1776!

An RSVP is appreciated, but not required: 361-277-2866 or [email protected]

Address

302 N Esplanade Street
Cuero, TX
77954

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 4:30pm
Thursday	10am - 4:30pm
Friday	10am - 4:30pm
Saturday	10am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13612772866

Website

http://www.chisholmtrailmuseum.org/

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