Rayburn Chandelier Restored to Former Glory Part of a larger conservation effort taking place at the museum March 20, 2014 Restored Rayburn Chandelier BONHAM, Texas — The Sam Rayburn Museum’s New England Colonial style chandelier has been successfully restored and rehung in the museum’s foyer. The Rayburn Museum is a… read more
The Briscoe Center has acquired the papers of retired Federal Judge John V. Singleton.
Briscoe Center acquires papers of Judge John Singleton Johnson confidant tried fraud, corruption, and organized crime cases as federal judge February 25, 2014 AUSTIN, Texas — The Briscoe Center has acquired the papers of retired Federal Judge John V. Singleton. A political confidant of President Lyndon Johnson since the 1940s,… read more
The Briscoe Center has begun research to learn more about Texas Star, a politically themed quilt given to U.S. Vice President-elect John Nance Garner in 1932
Briscoe Center Begins Research on Presidential Quilt Quilt Uncovered During the Briscoe–Garner Museum Renovation February 25, 2014 AUSTIN, Texas — The Briscoe Center has begun research to learn more about Texas Star, a politically themed quilt in its collections. “It was a gift to U.S. Vice President-elect John Nance Garner… read more
The exhibit Red and White and a Bit of Another Color will be on display from February 10–23 at the Winedale Historical Complex, a division of the Briscoe Center located in Round Top, Texas.
Briscoe Center Announces 2014 Quilt Exhibit Red and White Exhibit at the Winedale Historical Complex in February Location: Winedale Historical Complex 3738 FM 2714 Round Top, Texas 78954-4901 Special Exhibit Hours: February 10 – 23, 2014 Monday – Sunday 9:00am – 4:00pm The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History… read more
In Memoriam: T.R. Fehrenbach, 1925-2013
In Memoriam: T.R. Fehrenbach December 4, 2013 The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History at the University of Texas at Austin pays tribute to Texas author and historian T.R. Fehrenbach. The center is home to the T.R. Fehrenbach Papers. Fehrenbach’s many books include Lone Star: A History of Texas and… read more
The Briscoe Center has acquired the papers of print journalist Seth Kantor, who was deeply involved in coverage of the assassination of President Kennedy.
Briscoe Center Acquires Seth Kantor PapersJournalist accompanied JFK in Dallas, questioned Warren Commission November 15, 2013 The Briscoe Center has acquired the papers of print journalist Seth Kantor, who was deeply involved in coverage of the assassination of President Kennedy. Kantor was traveling in the White House press bus behind… read more
The Briscoe Center has acquired the papers of American sociologist Professor Norman Birnbaum. Professor Birnbaum is a renowned intellectual who has been active in politics, academia, and journalism on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean since the 1950s.
Briscoe Center Acquires the Papers of Norman Birnbaum Papers Expand Center’s Growing Intellectual History Holdings October 15, 2013 The Briscoe Center has acquired the papers of American sociologist Professor Norman Birnbaum. Professor Birnbaum is a renowned intellectual who has been active in politics, academia, and journalism on both sides of… read more
The Briscoe Center has acquired the Whitney Smith Flag Research Center Collection. This vast and unique archive documents the development of the academic discipline that seeks to understand the symbolism and significance of flags and heraldry.
Briscoe Center Acquires World-Class Flag History Collection Vast archive preserves life work of Whitney Smith October 15, 2013 The Briscoe Center for American History at the University of Texas at Austin has acquired the Whitney Smith Flag Research Center Collection. This vast and unique archive documents the development of the… read more
The Briscoe Center has acquired the Foodways Texas Oral History Archive, a diverse collection of interviews that document the history and culture of Texas cuisine. The archive includes stories about craft breweries, barbecue restaurants, gardening and food co
Briscoe Center Acquires Foodways Texas Oral History ArchiveOral history non-profit has documented the cuisine and culture of Texas October 15, 2013 The Briscoe Center has acquired the Foodways Texas Oral History Archive, a diverse collection of interviews that document the history and culture of Texas cuisine. The archive includes stories… read more
Briscoe Center Launches Natchez Trace Transcription Project. Public encouraged to get involved, transcribe documents.
Briscoe Center Launches Natchez Trace Transcription Project Public encouraged to get involved, transcribe documents September 11, 2013 The Dolph Briscoe Center for American History at the University of Texas at Austin, has launched a crowdsourcing project aimed at transcribing important documents found in the Natchez Trace Collection. The project, “Making… read more
