News & Events
Event Categories
Festivals and Celebrations
- Annual Czech Heritage Month (October)
- Christmas Open House (December)
- Valentine’s Dinner and Concert (First Weekend in February)
- Blacksmith Exposition and Texas Antique Gas Engine Reunion (January/February)
Workshops and Classes
- School and Group Tours (By Appointment)
- Genealogy Research (By Appointment)
Family Days
- Family Reunions (Reservations Required)
- Weddings (Reservations Required)
- Czech Heritage Society (Bi-Monthly)
- Texans of Czech Ancestry (Annual)
Lectures and Presentations
- Guest Speaker Series: Notable Czech-Americans
Concerts and Performances
- Slavnost Mayfest (Third Sunday in May)
- Heritage Fest (Third Weekend in October)
- Visiting Artists from the Czech Republic (As scheduled)
Event Categories
Festivals and Celebrations
- Annual Czech Heritage Month (October)
- Christmas Open House (December)
- Valentine’s Dinner and Concert (First Weekend in February)
- Blacksmith Exposition and Texas Antique Gas Engine Reunion (January/February)
Workshops and Classes
- School and Group Tours (By Appointment)
- Genealogy Research (By Appointment)
Family Days
- Family Reunions (Reservations Required)
- Weddings (Reservations Required)
- Czech Heritage Society (Bi-Monthly)
- Texans of Czech Ancestry (Annual)
Lectures and Presentations
- Guest Speaker Series: Notable Czech-Americans
Concerts and Performances
- Slavnost Mayfest (Third Sunday in May)
- Heritage Fest (Third Weekend in October)
- Visiting Artists from the Czech Republic (As scheduled)
News/Articles
Recent Posts
Museum Updates in Progress
Museum Updates in Progress at Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center Celebrating the Past: A New Exhibit on Czech Heritage The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center is excited to announce ongoing updates to its main museum exhibit, "Celebrating the Past." This exhibit will provide visitors with a comprehensive and engaging timeline of 250 [...]
Presidential Visit
Presidential Visit Presidential Visit: A Historic Moment for TCHCC - Strengthening Czech-Texan Ties The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) recently experienced a momentous occasion that will be etched in the annals of Czech-Texan history. We had the distinct honor of hosting a prestigious delegation from the Czech Republic, led by none other than President [...]
A Priceless Legacy
The 410-Year-Old Brethren Hymnal Donated to the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) recently received a remarkable and deeply meaningful artifact: a Brethren hymnal, or Kancional, printed in 1615. This extraordinary donation, gifted by Barbara Jecmenek Gaston on September 13, 2025, represents over four centuries of faith, perseverance, [...]
Recap of the Czech Heritage Festival – October 18th
The Czech Heritage Festival, proudly organized by the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC), took place on Saturday, October 18th, bringing together community members, visitors, and enthusiasts to celebrate Czech culture, history, and traditions. The event, held at the Czech Village and surrounding areas, was a vibrant showcase of music, crafts, food, and family-friendly activities that highlighted the [...]
Capture Czech Texas
Capture Czech Texas Capture Czech Texas: 2025 Calendar Photo Contest - Showcasing the Heart of Czech-Texan Culture Attention all photographers, Czech culture enthusiasts, and lovers of Texas history! The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center (TCHCC) is thrilled to announce our highly anticipated 2025 Calendar Photo Contest. This isn’t just any photo competition – it’s a unique [...]
Press Releases
Latest Releases
Presidential Visit to TCHCC (July 13, 2024)
New Museum Exhibit: Made in the Czech Lands (August 24, 2024)
TCHCC announces a new exhibit featuring items from our donors, including:
- Wooden handmade and carved items
- Paintings by Emil Lukas (an artist from Rusava, near Hostyn in the Czech Republic)
- Wooden toys from the collection of Mary Ingles
- Hand-painted ceramic plates and items from Dottie Watthuber
- The exhibit will be open until the week of Thanksgiving, 2024.
Heritage Fest and Muziky Announcement (September 13, 2024)
TCHCC announces the upcoming Heritage Fest and Muziky event, celebrating Texas Czech Heritage Month on October 18-19, 2024. The event will feature:
- Tractor Show
- Car Show
- Live music (Muziky)
- Vendors
- Family-friendly activities
- Sponsorship opportunities
