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Educational Programs

Scheduling Information

To schedule any program, please call or email our Booking Line at 214-421-4500 x 104.

If your program is scheduled to take place at the Hall of State, please plan to arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the beginning of the program.

If you have program questions or would like to request more information or historical resources, please contact the Education Department by email or phone, 214-421-4500 ext. 104.

For pre- and post- activities, free program downloads and TEKS material, click here for the DHS Teacher Resource page.


Educational Texas History Programs at the Hall of State in Fair Park

 

TOURS

"Texas History Tour"

  • One hour
  • Grades 3-12
  • $5.00 per person

    Students will learn about Texas history while touring the     Hall of State, which was built as a part of the 1936 Centennial to honor Texas State History. Guided tour features the murals, statues, architecture, photographs and current museum exhibits that illustrate Texas History. The Texas History Tour is available Tuesday-Friday from 10 AM to 5 PM.

    Want to see the building before you visit? CLICK HERE to take a virtual tour of the Hall of State!

    "Hall of State Walking Tour"

  • Self-guided
  • All Grades
  • Free

    Students will learn about Texas History while touring the Hall of State, which was built as part of the 1936 Centennial to honor Texas State History. Self-Guided tours feature the murals, statues, architecture, photographs and current museum exhibitions that illustrate the great history of Texas. Information about the building is available for FREE download at the     Teacher Resource page or by emailing Dealey Campbell.

    • EXHIBITS

    "Ways of the West" Hands-on Program

  • 45 minute presentation
  • Grades 1-4.
  • $200 - First demonstration, $50(each)2nd and 3rd demonstration.
  • This presentation is an excellent tie-in with the Texas History tour.
  • Not available during the State Fair of Texas.

    An excellent tie-in with the TEXAS HISTORY TOUR. Hands-On Exhibit incorporates a discussion of cowboys and cattle drives, life on the frontier, and the ranching industry. Students will get to see and touch items including cattle brands, horseshoes, a forge, barbed wire, frontier games, furs, fossils, etc.

    • HISTORIC CHARACTER PERFORMANCES