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Annual Conference  
Fredericksburg, Texas
January 15-18, 2026

We are now a full quarter into 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, 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.​

What to Expect

​​​Thursday

Half day and full day field trips

 

Friday

Half day and full day workshops

 

Friday Evening

Bring a pickled, preserved, or smoked delicacy to share, potluck style

 

Saturday

60 and 90 minute sessions

Lunch with keynote address

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Saturday Evening

Banquet, awards, and more

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​Sunday

60 and 90 minute sessions continue till noon

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Descriptions and times for the above will be available later this year. 

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Annual

Conference Proposals

Our annual conference depends on you. Your knowledge and willingness to share with your fellow living historians.

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Whether you're excited about something new or ready to share your expert level knowledge we encourage proposals for all types of sessions, workshops, and field trips. 

Conference Hotel

Fredericksburg
Inn & Suites

Group rates for Wednesday and Thursday nights are $119

Group rates for Friday and Saturday nights are $199  

 

Use group code TLHA2026 to book online

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call the hotel directly at 800-446-0202 and ask for the

TLHA 2026 Annual Conference block. 

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New

Conference Booklet

This year, we’re taking your conference experience to the next level with something special: the Conference Booklet.
It will include:

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  • Full Conference Agenda - Never miss a session!

  • Speaker Spotlights - Get to know our speakers and presenters!

  • Networking & Event Tips - Make the most of every opportunity!

  • Venue Map - Navigate the event with ease!

 

AND

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  • Session Articles – For every session at the conference, whether you attend it or not, you will have a printed version of the presentation so you will still have the information even if you could not attend.  

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The only way to get a copy is to attend the conference - don't miss out!

Keynote Speaker

Dr. Bob Wetteman, Jr.

Dr. Robert "Bob" Wettemann, Jr. is an Associate Professor of History at the United States Air Force Academy and author of Privilege vs. Equality: Civil Military Relations in the Jacksonian Era, 1815-1845 and numerous articles and book chapters on U.S., military, and public history.

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He recently enjoyed a sabbatical as Historian-in-Residence at Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico, where he conducted a review of their living history programming and consulted with the National Scouting Museum.

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His forthcoming book, Rhino Tanks and Sticky Bombs: GI Ingenuity in World War Two, explores the junction of innovation and technology among GIs in the Second World War, and is available for pre-order.

 

Bob is an avid living historian and has spent the last thirty years volunteering at local, state, and national parks, participating in a wide variety of interpretive events. 

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Saturday Night Banquet Entertainment

USO Show

Details coming soon but in the mean time get inspired with our 1940s resources for fashion including men's and women's clothing, hair, and more. 

Interested in hosting our next
annual conference?
  • Have you ever wanted to gather a large group of living history colleagues at your site?
     

  • Does your site want a chance to highlight its buildings, collections, and programs to others in the field?
     

  • Would you like to have all of your living history friends visit your own facility to share information and for fellowship and fun?

 

Consider submitting a proposal to host the next Texas Living History Association Conference and Annual meeting!

 

The TLHA Board has created a Conference Host Proposal Packet to solicit bids to host the next conference. The document outlines all of the things you would need to know to put a conference host proposal together.  It outlines the responsibilities of the host site, what logistics and assistance TLHA provide. Below you will find a link to the packet, the PDF can either be filled out electronically or printed and completed by hand.

The TLHA Board looks forward to seeing what amazing locations and exciting conference plans you have to offer!

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You can e-mail your proposals to info@texaslivinghistoryassociation.org

  Please put "Conference Site Proposal" in the subject line.

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