2026 Annual Conference - Jumping Forward Into The Past
Time & Location
Jan 15, 2026, 8:00 AM – Jan 18, 2026, 12:00 PM
Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg, TX 78624, USA
Guests
About the event
We are now a full quarter in the "new" century. As we move forward in the present, the past is also moving forward. With this in mind, we are thrilled our host city for the 2026 Annual Conference -- Fredericksburg, Texas -- boasts not only two 19th Century sites, The Pioneer Museum and Ft. Martin Scott, but also a 20th Century site The National Museum of the Pacific War. Join us in jumping forward into the past with presentations and workshops focusing not only on the 19th but 20th century life in Texas.
Tickets
Conference registration
$125.00
+$3.13 ticket service fee
FT: From Frontier to Frontline
Experience Fredericksburg’s history through three landmark sites. Enjoy a docent-led tour and behind-the-scenes access at the National Museum of the Pacific War, explore historic buildings and artifacts at the Pioneer Museum, and step back in time at Fort Martin Scott, a State Archeological Landmark showcasing frontier life through guided tours and original structures. NOTE: Cost of lunch not included in ticket price Please refer to the actual ticket for accessibility information!
$36.00
+$0.90 ticket service fee
FT: Heart of the Hill Country
Experience the heart of the Texas Hill Country beginning with a guided walking tour of Fredericksburg’s beautifully preserved downtown and then journey to Luckenbach, the legendary location that brings together history, music, and relaxation.
$30.00
+$0.75 ticket service fee
FT: A Day on the Farm
Visit the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm at LBJ State Park, just 20 minutes from Fredericksburg. Experience life on a 1918 German American farm through a guided tour of historic buildings, a roundtable with park staff, and demonstrations of the farm’s textiles, kitchen, and daily foodways. Followed by lunch at the historic Albert Ice House. NOTE: Cost of lunch not included. Please see ticket for accessibility information
$0.00
W-Living History Event Plan
Half-day Interactive workshop that explores the details, experiences, fallacies, and reality of living history event planning and execution at the graduate level.
$15.00
+$0.38 ticket service fee
W - Intro to Living History
Full day Overview of both the ideas behind living history and the practical knowledge needed to develop and execute living history programs. Apprentice certification in the program upon completion.
$15.00
+$0.38 ticket service fee
W - Blackwork Embroidery
Half day Welcome to your first Blackwork embroidery class! Today, you'll learn the basics of this elegant, historic needlework style that dates back to the Tudor period.
$20.00
+$0.50 ticket service fee
W - Melodies of the Mountain
Half day Embark on a journey through the Appalachian culture with the mountain dulcimer as your guide.
$15.00
+$0.38 ticket service fee
W - UFO
Half day Do you need time to finish that dress you're wearing to the banquet? Join us for an informal sewing circle where we sit, catch up, an get some things done!
$0.00
W - Simply sleeves
Full size The correct sleeve style and fit can make or break the look of a historical garment. Topics covered: setting in sleeves. Piping or no piping. Bringing a muslin sloper/bodice from your timeframe is encouraged.
$25.00
+$0.63 ticket service fee
W - Improving Your Impression
Full day This workshop will instruct attendees in the period-appropriate methods of creating 1800-1870 shoes. It is recommended that all attendees be proficient in hand stitching (which, prick, back, and buttonhole stitches) and be familiar with "Every Lady her own shoemaker"
$75.00
+$1.88 ticket service fee
W - Crazy for Quilting
Half day Learn the basic foundations to crazy quilting and make a small quilt of your own.
$15.00
+$0.38 ticket service fee
W - Hussy to Housewife
Half day Learn the basics of hand sewing in a historic setting, make your perfect housewife pattern, and get started making your very own.
$15.00
+$0.38 ticket service fee
Thursday Night Pub Crawl
$0.00
W - Vocal Health
A two-part workshop that deals with vocal health and exercises to warm up your vocal chords.
$15.00
+$0.38 ticket service fee
W - Dainty and Dandy
Step into the world of confections with this hands-on workshop. Explore the Daintiness, purity and wholesomeness of Marth Washington Candy, craft lozenges and potato fondant and discover how portable lemonade sweetened travel. The chosen recipes do not require heat to make and are favorites with children and adults. Participants will gain hands on experience and practical strategies for incorporating historic treats into engaging programs.
$20.00
+$0.50 ticket service fee
Total
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