Fort Richardson State Park, Historic Site &...
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Saturday December 20 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
Corn Husk Angels
The perfect kind of angel for your holiday season! Join us for a hands-on craft program where we’ll create beautiful Corn Husk Angels, a traditional symbol of hope and protection.Things You Should Know:Meet: Interpretive CenterBring: drinking waterCost: Included ......More
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Saturday December 20 6:00pm - 7:00pm CST
Candlelight Christmas Tour
Step back in time and experience the magic of the holiday season on the Texas frontier. Join us for an evening tour through the historic hospital, softly illuminated by candlelight and hear stories of 19th century holiday traditions.Bring your holiday spirit for ......More
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Thursday January 1 8:00am - 5:00pm CST
First Day Hike - Self Guided
Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike Hike any trail or explore the Historic Fort at Fort Richardson on Jan. 1 and show a photo of your hike at Headquarters between 8 am and 5 pm to receive a First Day Hike sticker!Things you should know:Meet: Bring yo......More
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Thursday January 1 9:00am - 10:00am CST
First Day Hike - Prickly Pear
Ring in the New Year right with a First Day Hike! Join our rangers for a refreshing early morning hike on the Prickly Pear Trail (1.5 miles round trip) and enjoy a beautiful start to the new year in nature.Things you should know:Meet: Interpretive Parking lotBrin......More
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Saturday January 3 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
Atlatl - Dart Throwing
Before the bow and arrow, there was the atlatl! Do you have what it takes to be a prehistoric hunter?Join a park ranger to try your hand at the atlatl and see if you could have survived in the land before time!Things You Should Know:Ages: 10 and upMeet: Field acr......More
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Saturday January 10 2:00pm - 3:00pm CST
North Texas Reptile Rescue
Join us as we welcome North Texas Reptile Rescue (NTRR) to the park! They’ll be sharing information about invasive species, how to identify native vs. non-native reptiles, and why it’s so important not to release reptiles into the Texas wild. NTRR will also have ......More
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Saturday January 17 9:00am - 12:00pm CST
Kids Fishing Derby
Grab the kids and head out to Quarry Lake, freshly stocked and ready for fishing fun! Kids ages 12 & under can join the Trout Derby for a chance to win great prizes.Adults get free entry when bringing kids to participate.Complimentary donuts, coffee, and hot choc......More
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Thursday January 22 10:00am - 11:20am CST
A Daily Life of Cavalry Solider
For everyone who’s ever wondered: “Would I thrive on the frontier… or immediately beg for modern plumbing?” Join our rangers as they will be dressed up as Regimental Cavalry Quartermaster Sergeant as they conduct their daily inspections through the fort. They wil......More
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Thursday January 22 2:00pm - 3:20pm CST
A Daily Life of Cavalry Solider
For everyone who’s ever wondered: “Would I thrive on the frontier… or immediately beg for modern plumbing?” Join our rangers as they will be dressed up as Regimental Cavalry Quartermaster Sergeant as they conduct their daily inspections through the fort. They wil......More
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Thursday January 29 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
Homeschool Program
This educational program promises a fun time for kids and parents. If you are a home school family living in the vicinity, or just visiting the park, please join us for this monthly outdoor education program. We promise to deliver a little bit of learning and a l......More
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Friday January 30 10:00am - 12:00pm CST
Homeschool Program
This educational program promises a fun time for kids and parents. If you are a homeschool family living in the vicinity, or just visiting the park, please join us for this monthly outdoor education program. We promise to deliver a little bit of learning and a lo......More