Texas Festivals: Creating Community Through Celebration Exhibition

On view through September 27, 2026 Explore the iconic festivals that bring Texans together, from kolaches to art cars and roses to sandcastles, discover how community celebrations reflect Texan identity.** Local festivals reveal a lot about a community, their collective identity, what is important to them, and what industries, traditions, and cultures are prevalent. They show the character of Texas, and in turn, the character of America. The exhibition highlights 27 festivals that celebrate agriculture and other industries, nature and natural resources, and people’s cultural heritage and collective identity.