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06/19/2026

Hours of set up… condensed into 20 seconds 😅

We’re getting ready for a Civic season, a nationwide celebration marking 250 years since the signing of the declaration of independence and you’re invited to be a part of it!

When you visit, be sure to stop by our interactive, civic seasons, activity area

💫 add your hopes for the future to our Wish Wall
💌 write a letter to your future self

It’s a chance to share your voice, connect with your community, and take part in a national conversation about what comes next.

Stop by the museum, participate and help us celebrate America’s 250th birthday one wish, one letter and one conversation at a time!! 🎂

The Fort Bend Museum will be closed until 2:00 PM today for a private event.
06/10/2026

The Fort Bend Museum will be closed until 2:00 PM today for a private event.

Unfortunately, the Wizard of Oz Tea Party has been canceled. We appreciate your interest and support and apologize for a...
06/09/2026

Unfortunately, the Wizard of Oz Tea Party has been canceled. We appreciate your interest and support and apologize for any inconvenience.

The good news is that we plan to reschedule the event for this fall! Stay tuned for more details, including the new date and ticket information. We look forward to celebrating with you soon.

☀️ School's out, summer is here, and we've got plenty to keep curious minds busy!From butter churning and Victorian game...
05/30/2026

☀️ School's out, summer is here, and we've got plenty to keep curious minds busy!

From butter churning and Victorian games to Japanese cultural experiences, cattle roping, paper art, and a community yoga class, June is filled with hands-on activities for visitors of all ages.

Whether you're looking for a family outing, a homeschool adventure, or simply a fun way to spend an afternoon, there's something waiting for you at the Fort Bend Museum.

📅 Save this post and start planning your June visits!

Which activity are you adding to your summer bucket list? 👀⬇️

Stretch, breathe, and welcome the first day of summer in the beautiful Moore Home Courtyard ☀️🧘‍♀️Join us for a peaceful...
05/27/2026

Stretch, breathe, and welcome the first day of summer in the beautiful Moore Home Courtyard ☀️🧘‍♀️

Join us for a peaceful morning of yoga surrounded by history, fresh air, and community. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this is the perfect way to slow down and start your summer feeling refreshed.

🌿 Summer Solstice Yoga Flow
📍 Fort Bend Museum
🗓 Saturday, June 20
⏰ 9:30–10:30 AM

Reserve your spot and flow into summer with us ✨

Richard Brenner was born in Germany and came to Texas at the age of 16, farming at Washington-on-the-Brazos. He later mo...
05/25/2026

Richard Brenner was born in Germany and came to Texas at the age of 16, farming at Washington-on-the-Brazos. He later moved to Rosenberg in 1897 and established a blacksmith and wheelwright business there in addition to farming.

He and his wife had two daughters and three sons, Karl, Richard and Milton. All three sons enlisted in the U.S. Army during World War II. Karl served in the Pacific Theatre, Richard didn’t go overseas and Milton served in Italy. A member of the Texas 36th Division, he made the initial landing at Salerno on Sept. 9, 1943. After 5 months of battle in Italy, Sgt. Brenner was fatally wounded on February 3, 1944 dying two days later in the 15th Evacuation Hospital. He was posthumously awarded the Good Conduct Medal and the Purple Heart. He was buried in the Sicily-Rome American Cemetery and Memorial in Nettuno, Italy.

1980.063.001 – photograph of Brenner’s Blacksmith Shop in Rosenberg, located on the 1900 block of Ave H
Photograph of Milton Brenner from his obituary in the Rosenberg Herald

05/22/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our
Kimono: Tradition & Expression live demonstration tonight 🌸

We loved seeing the community come together to experience the artistry, tradition, and history behind kimono culture. A special thank you to the Japan America Society of Houston for sharing such a meaningful presentation with us.

Now we want to know 👀
What was your favorite part of the evening? Share it with us below 👇🏼 or dm us

Have you ever wondered what some of the language is in the legal description of your house? What is a league? Have you e...
05/18/2026

Have you ever wondered what some of the language is in the legal description of your house? What is a league? Have you ever read an old deed from colonial Texas and been confused by varas?

Here are some answers.
A vara is a Spanish unit used to measure distance and came from the name of a lance carried by judges or mayors that came to be used as a measuring stick. It is equal to approximately 33 1/3”. 1900.8 varas equals a mile while 5,645.4 square varas equals an acre.
Those settlers who intended to be farmers were given a labor of land which was about 177.1 acres or 1,000,000 square varas. Settlers who declared themselves ranchers received a league or sitio of land which was initially measured to be 4446 acres but was later standardized to 4428.4 acres.
A sitio is a Spanish word denoting a space that is or can be occupied by something. The word was used in colonial Texas to refer to portions of land set aside for specific purposes especially in land grants.
Many settlers classified themselves as both farmers and ranchers and were granted both a league and a labor. The Republic of Texas made headright grants which initially gave a league and a labor to heads of families and a third of a league to single men 17 years old or older. These grants decreased in size the later families or men immigrated to the Republic.

Swipe through for a quick look at how land was measured in colonial Texas. ⏩️

Join us for Kimono: Tradition & Expression as we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritag...
05/15/2026

Join us for Kimono: Tradition & Expression as we celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special live kimono demonstration presented by the Japan America Society of Houston.

Experience the artistry, tradition, and meaning behind these beautiful garments and enjoy an evening at the museum exploring a culture rich in history and expression.

🗓 Thursday, May 21
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Fort Bend Museum
✨ Free admission

We’d love to see you there.
Fb event 👇🏼
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Don’t just take our word for it…Nothing means more than hearing how the museum experience connected with our visitors 💛
05/12/2026

Don’t just take our word for it…

Nothing means more than hearing how the museum experience connected with our visitors 💛

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410 S. 5th Street
Richmond, TX
77469

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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