Wilson County Historical Commission

06/19/2026

The Wilson County Historical Commission proudly observes and honors Juneteenth. Here’s a great story about Juneteenth from our Vice Chair, Dr Melinda Creech.

(Note: The photo’s caption should read Sutherlandnd Springs)

https://stitchedtogethernotebook.blogspot.com/2025/04/juneteenth-in-sutherland-springs-texas.html?m=1

06/17/2026

Here’s an opportunity that should not be missed. Join the bus tour for an educational tour of Wilson County’s Polley Mansion, Sutherland Springs Historical Museum, and Haven Oaks Church.

A Juneteenth journey through Black history—from plantation and emancipation to the legacy of Texas Freedom. Ride, learn, eat, and honor!

05/27/2026

How exciting! History is in the making tomorrow as the Tiner-Hendrick house is moved to a location near the Polley Mansion.

05/23/2026

County Judge Quincey was an avid supporter of our county’s history. He will be truly missed by those that knew him well. Our prayers go out to Alene and the Quinney family.

Former Wilson County Judge Marvin Quinney, 80, has passed away Quinney, a U.S. Army veteran who served in the Korean War served as a Texas Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol trooper for more than 25 years. For a short time, after his DPS

05/21/2026

“Tip the hat” to the La Vernia Historical Association for their recent event recognizing Thomas Applewhite’s War of 1812 service.

05/09/2026

Mark your calendars and plan to attend. Many of the rancheros and rancheras from present-day Wilson County were involved in and suffered from the 1813 battle of Medina.

Save the Date !

Our Annual Battle of Medina Symposium date has been set.

Stay tuned as details are forthcoming. We are currently developing the program with some great presenters and exhibitors once again.

Martin Gonzales
ACHC Chair

05/09/2026

Congratulations and Thanks to Walter and Nancy Scull, the General Society War of 1812, the La Vernia Historical Association, and the many others who had a role in today’s War of 1812 gravestone marker ceremony for Thomas Applewhite who is buried at Concrete Cemetery.

05/01/2026

One small part of our wonderful County’s history.

4/30/1972 – President Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon were honored guests at a barbecue buffet dinner hosted by Secretary of the Treasury John Connally and Mrs. Connally at their Picosa Ranch in Floresville, Texas. (Images: WHPO-8979-16A)

05/01/2026

May 9th at the Floresville Train Depot…meet you there!

The Floresville Heritage and Railroad Museum will hold its first event on National Train Day, Saturday, May 9, at the former San Antonio & Aransas Pass railway depot in Floresville. Members of the public are invited to visit the depot between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. for snacks and refreshments, and to dis...