May is National Preservation Month, when local preservation and civic organizations spotlight their preservation programs and heritage tourism.
As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s theme, “All People Created Equal,” invites us to reflect on the places that bring this powerful promise to life and to the people making sure those places endure. In Round Rock, our theme, “Our History in Plain Sight,” highlights how this promise is not distant or abstract, but is revealed through the everyday places, buildings, and stories that shape our community and connect us to our shared past.
Round Rock has an expansive network of preservation champions including the City’s Historic Preservation Commission, nonprofits like Round Rock Preservation and the Old Settlers Association, skilled craftspeople, historic property owners, local legends, and the community, who all work to preserve the City’s history. Preservation Month is an opportunity to recognize and celebrate historic sites that tell us who we are and that continue to shape our City.
Watch City of Round Rock social media accounts for posts about Round Rock history, historic landmarks, old photos and more!
- Preservation Month Proclamation Thursday, April 23, 6 p.m. at City Council Chambers.
- Chuckwagon Dinner, Friday, May 1, 6-8 p.m. Old Settlers Association. Saddle up for an evening of cowboy hospitality with friends and family for a relaxed night of hearty food, live music, and Texas charm in a beautiful outdoor setting. Your ticket includes a traditional Dutch oven dinner, along with beer, wine, and sodas. Tickets are $30 per person, $25 for members and $15 for children. Purchase tickets here or call 512-943-1670. The dinner is a fundraiser for the Williamson Museum.
- 20th Annual Pioneer Day, Saturday, May 2, 10-3 p.m. at the Old Settlers Association. This is a free event featuring Chuckwagons, games, living history, crafts, demonstrations and live music. Sponsored by the Williamson Museum.
- Lunch & Learn: Stories from Mays and Main presented by Mark Mayfield, Tuesday, May 12, noon to 1 p.m. at the Baca Center. Bring your lunch, we’ll provide cookies. Co-sponsored by Round Rock Preservation and the Planning and Development Services Department
- Opening reception for “Celebrate Round Rock” exhibit of works by Center Art Club members, Thursday, May 14, 4-6 p.m. in the Baca Center Lobby.
- Preservation Month Booth at Music on Main Wednesday, May 20 and 27, 7-9 p.m. Prete Plaza. Free.
Preservation Month Exhibits:
- “Celebrate Round Rock” Exhibit of works by Center Art Club members, Baca Center lobby. Free month-long exhibit.
- “Pioneers of Palm Valley” Exhibit curated by Round Rock Preservation and the Palm House Museum, Round Rock Public Library 3rd Floor. Free month-long exhibit
