Gonzales County Historical Commission

09/26/2025

American historian Laurel Thatcher Ulrich in 1976 wrote what is a now often-overused quote: “Well-behaved women seldom make history.” Ulrich’s intent was to show how history …

09/26/2025

A special shout-out to our VIP Area Sponsor, TNW Corporation TXGN Railway 🚂 for helping us celebrate Gonzales’ 200th anniversary in style!

Join us on October 2, 2025, for the Bicentennial Bash at the Gonzales Memorial Museum as the community comes together for a night of history, lights, and celebration. 💫 Festivities begin at 5:00pm and the premiere of Texas Legacy in Lights begins at 9:00pm—don’t miss it!

07/08/2025

Shakespeare this summer!

06/10/2025

Gonzales isn’t just known for its history—it’s also home to seven beautiful public squares that bring life to the heart of the city.

These green spaces are perfect for gatherings, events, or simply enjoying a quiet moment in a place filled with charm and character. Whether you're exploring downtown or planning a picnic, Gonzales offers space to connect, relax, and take it all in.

05/08/2025

05/08/2025

National Small Business Week starts today, Monday, May 5, 2025!

This week is our chance to celebrate the heart and soul of our community: our local small businesses. They are neighbors, friends, and the backbone of our local economy.

☕ Where will you grab your favorite local coffee?
🍔 Where will you visit for lunch?
🛍 What shop will you visit that you’ve never been to before?

Join us this week—and every week—in showing appreciation for the small businesses that make our town feel like home. Thank you for choosing local. Thank you for choosing us.

05/08/2025

The Historic Gonzales Crystal Theater is a non-profit organization committed to fostering excellence in the performing arts

04/20/2025

A wonderful project!

Veterans Banner Project 2025

04/20/2025

The Aya Symposium is the outgrowth of a five-year-old Symposium, held in conjunction with the Texas Purple Hull Pea Festival located in the historic Freedom Colony of Shankleville in Deep East Texas.

04/19/2025

🌟 Join Us for the Jim Price Cleanup! 🌟
Hands Together for Gonzales 💪

Make a difference in your community on Saturday, April 26th, 2025! Whether you're solo or with a group, help with projects like planting, window cleaning, or trash pickup. All volunteers get a FREE t-shirt! 👕🌱🧼

📍 Send-off at 7:30AM - Apache Field
🍴 Lunch provided by GVEC from 12–3PM

📝 Volunteer forms are available at the GEDC Office (305 Saint Lawrence St.) or online.
📅 Deadline to sign up as a volunteer is April 23rd!
📲 Scan the QR code or stop by to join in!

Special thanks to all our amazing Community Champions for supporting this event! 💚