Examine the process of developing what is presented to the public and how the Museum preserves artifacts. Wond'rous Cures Performed Discover how early Texans dealt with health and illness. The Texas Mystique Explore the allure of Texas, born in the fight for freedom, steeped in myth, and shaped by individuals who created an identity for the state that has been able to survive into the 20th century. Outreach Programs All of the following materials are available for a ten-day loan period to schools and other institutions. There is no charge except for return postage and insurance.
Availability is subject to prior requests.
This 16 minute history film focuses on the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the political, economic, and social history of the Texas Republic, 1836-1846. This 20 minute video is a historic overview of the Republic period, l836-l846. The program is narrated by Bill Moyers, with an original musical score by Charles Davis. Funded by the Meadows Foundation of Dallas, this presentation vividly portrays a dramatic period in the history of Texas. This 34 minute video was produced by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the Sesquicentennial.