Fulshear Historical Association

07/12/2026

Happy belated birthday Churchill Fulshear Junior! 🥳
We may be a little late but the celebration is just as heartfelt!

Born on July 10, 1808, we honor the man behind the name of the city we are proud to call home! 🏘️

As we celebrate Churchill Fulshear Day and his 218th birthday, let’s honor the pioneers who helped build our community and continue working together to make Fulshear an even brighter place for generations to come. Happy Churchill Fulshear Day! 🎉

07/12/2026

It was an honor to celebrate this special day with the City of Fulshear!
🎂🎂🎂🎈🎈🎉🎉🎉

07/10/2026

Today, July 10, we celebrate the birthday and remarkable legacy of Churchill Fulshear Jr., born on this day in 1808, the visionary whose name has become synonymous with the incredible community we are proud to call home.

As one of Stephen F. Austin’s Original 300 settlers, Churchill Fulshear Jr. played a pivotal role in shaping this region. A veteran of the Texas Revolution, he was present at the surrender of General Santa Anna and later helped usher in a new era of prosperity by donating land for the railroad. His foresight, courage, and commitment to progress laid the foundation for generations of families, businesses, and neighbors who would follow.

Today, his name lives on not only through our city’s name but through the spirit of independence, resilience, and community that continues to define Fulshear.

As our city grows and welcomes new generations, may we always remember the pioneers whose vision, sacrifice, and determination made this extraordinary community possible. Their legacy reminds us that great cities are built not only on land, but on character, service, and an unwavering belief in a brighter future.

Happy Churchill Fulshear Day, and happy 218th birthday to the man whose vision helped shape the place we proudly call home! May we honor our rich history while continuing to build an even stronger, more vibrant Fulshear for generations yet to come.

07/10/2026

03/05/2026

Simonton’s Round Up Rodeo was a central stomping ground for Simonton, Fulshear, and Brookshire, towns who each shared a historic role in ranching. Because of its proximity and ties to the local community, it was also occasionally referred to as the Fulshear Rodeo. It welcomed visitors from across the world, including some rather well-known characters.

It's rodeo season in Houston. 🤠

When René Magritte visited Houston in 1965, Dominique de Menil took the artist and his dog Lou-Lou to the Simonton, Texas, rodeo.

Round up friends and family to take an art break at the Menil Collection. Admission is always free.

02/19/2026

The Fulshear Historical Association respectfully invites the public to attend the Annual Meeting tonight, Thursday, February 19th 2026.

This evening will include remarks from new FHA President, Madeleine Calcote-Garcia, who will present a talk on the history of the Fort Bend County Courthouse, highlighting its local and regional significance.

We welcome community members, partners, and friends to join us for this informative and engaging program and to learn more about the ongoing work of the Fulshear Historical Association.

📍Where:
⏰ When: 7:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you there!

02/17/2026

💻✨ New Digital Collection Now Available ✨📷

In honor of Black History Month, the Fulshear Historical Association is proud to announce the newest addition to the Fulshear Digital Collection: Greater Zachery Missionary Baptist Church.

This collection highlights the deep roots, faith, leadership, and community impact of one of Fulshear’s most significant historic institutions. Through digitized photographs, documents, and community-sourced materials, this collection helps preserve and share stories that are essential to understanding Fulshear’s Black history and heritage.

Visit our website or click the LINK in the COMMENTS section below!

We invite the community to explore this collection, reflect on its legacy, and celebrate the people and stories that continue to shape Fulshear. More collections will continue to be added as we work together to preserve our shared history.

02/16/2026

An evening of history, conversation, and community.

Our upcoming Gallery Gathering highlights women’s voting history in Fort Bend County and the legacy of civic engagement that continues today.

📅 Thursday, March 19 | 6:30 p.m.
Presented by the League of Women Voters of Fort Bend

Come learn, ask questions, and be part of the conversation.

02/16/2026

Would you turn against family and friends?
This spring, the Fort Bend Museum presents The Jaybird & Woodpecker War; a political feud that tore a town apart and set neighbors and families on opposing sides.

Be sure to come check out our upcoming display starting February 10–April 11, 2026. Know someone who loves history? Tag them below in the comments