A Toast to Our Past: The Gault Site and the Peopling of the Americas
2026-02-19 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Historic Williamson County Courthouse, 710 South Main Street, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
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Join the Williamson County Historical Commission for a fascinating evening as we raise a glass to our shared history!
A Toast to Our Past: The Gault Site and the Peopling of the Americas
Join the Williamson County Historical Commission for a fascinating evening as we raise a glass to our shared history! This edition of A Toast to Our Past features Dr. Clark Wernecke, who will share groundbreaking insights into the Gault Archaeological Site—one of the most significant Paleoindian sites in North America. Dr. Wernecke weaves a delightful tale of human evolution sharing information gleaned from his three decades long career as a researcher, educator and archeologist. Discover how the findings from Central Texas are reshaping what we know about the earliest people to inhabit the Americas, and enjoy an evening of history, conversation, and community.

Museum Open until 8pm Every 1st Friday and 4th Thursday
2026-02-26 12:00 - 20:00 | TX

Millennial History Club February
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
Millennial History Club: A Craft Night with a Side of Existential Dread
Did you grow up reading Dear America by flashlight under your covers?
Do you love a good craft project?
Are you a millennial who occasionally stares into the void and whispers, “Wow, time is fake”?
Then this club is for you.
Join The Williamson Museum every 4th Thursday for History Club, a cozy, creative night where we’ll turn scraps, ephemera, and historical vibes into junk journals—perfect for memory keeping, mood tracking, vent art, or documenting your slow descent into adulthood.
Every 4th Thursday (Feb-Nov)
6:00–8:00 PM
The Williamson Museum
Donation-based | Drop-in friendly
Suggested Donation $3
Come for the crafts and snacks.
Stay for the community.
Leave slightly more emotionally regulated than when you arrived.
All generations welcome!

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Night at the Museum: Wilco Brainrot
2026-02-28 18:00 - 21:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
If you can’t beat them, join them — the kids love their brainrot characters, and now you can too! On Saturday February 28th The Williamson Museum will be hosting Wilco Brainrot: Rot your Brain with History as a part of our Night at The Museum series. Starting at 6 PM, come meet some Williamson County brain rot characters and learn all about the history of our home through fun, family friendly crafts and activities. Tickets are $12 per adult ($10 for museum members) and $8 per child ($5 for members). Ticketed entry times available at 6pm, 6:30pm, and 7pm.The Williamson Museum is located at 716 S Austin Ave, Georgetown, TX 78626. For more information visit www.williamsonmuseum.org or call 512-943-1670.

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Artist of the Month: Claire Porter, a Featured Photographer for the Texas Photography Festival
2026-03-03 - 2026-03-31 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
Artist of the Month: Claire Porter, Featured Photographer for the Texas Photography Festival

Claire Porter, a Featured Photographer for the Texas Photography Festival, is a Texas Hill Country-based fine art photographer whose evocative images capture the elegance, power, and spirit of the equine world. With a lifelong passion for horses and a BFA in Photography, Painting, and Etching, Claire blends technical mastery with emotional depth to create photographs that resonate with beauty and meaning.
Stop by the Williamson Museum in the month of March to view her amazing artwork!
https://claireporterphotography.com/

First Friday Ghost Tours March 2026
2026-03-06 20:00 - 21:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
Experience Georgetown’s Original Ghost Tour! Take a historically accurate one hour walk through the legends, haunts, and spirits of Downtown Georgetown.
Every First Friday – March 2026 through November 2026**
**No Ghost Tour in May 2026, Ghost Tours in October 2026 will be a separate event.
Ticket Prices:

$15 per museum member/student/military
$20 per non-museum member

Get tickets and grab your friends for a haunted First Friday on the Square. Tours meet at the museum. Tickets may be purchased online or at the door. First-come, first served, limited to 20 people per tour. Tour will run rain or shine. Subject to cancellation during severe weather.

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March Salon: Mason Holmes on Memorial Brick Garden in Georgetown
2026-03-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Wildfire, 812 S Austin Ave, Georgetown, 78626
March Salon: Mason Holmes on Memorial Brick Garden in Georgetown

Join us for a presentation by Mason Holmes, the Brick Committee Chairman for the Veterans Memorial Advisory Group(VMAG). He is responsible for soliciting orders for the Memorial Bricks, which are placed in the Veterans Memorial Plaza, located in Sun
City. The Plaza contains nearly 7,000 inscribed bricks, with room for 5,000 more. These honor the soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines, both living and deceased, who’ve served our country from the American Revolution through current day. Any
resident of Williamson County can place a brick, or bricks in the plaza. VMAG sponsors three main ceremonies, on Memorial Day, 9/11, and Veterans day. We include a keynote speaker, and a variety of local groups as co-sponsors.
Mason served as a draftee in the U.S. Army from 1969-1971. He was with the 1 st (Air) Cavalry Division in the Republic of Vietnam(RVN) during 1970-1971. A 1969 graduate of Duke University, and native of Buffalo, NY he has spent his career with defense contractors, in Chicago IL, Norfolk VA, Washington,DC and Raleigh NC prior to settling in Georgetown, TX (Sun City) for the last 6 years. He has enjoyed his stops along the way, and has met many fascinating people.

Hoppy Easter at WCOSA
2026-03-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Old Settlers Association, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX, 78664
Hoppy Easter from The Williamson Museum! Explore the grounds and celebrate Easter at Williamson County Old Settlers Association in Round Rock on Saturday, March 14, from 10 am – 3 pm. Sponsored in part by the City of Round Rock, this event is free and open to the public. Old Settlers Association is located at 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd. Across Harrell Parkway from The Salt Lick BBQ.
Visitors will be able to participate in Easter crafts, churn butter, and wander through reenactment camps and the firehouse museum.

The Poppy Project Art Day: Okra Printed Poppies
2026-03-17 13:00 - 15:00 | TX
The Poppy Project is a community-based art initiative that invites people of all ages and skill levels to create and contribute poppy-inspired artwork for a special April exhibition at The Williamson Museum.
Poppies have long symbolized remembrance, resilience, and hope. Through this project, we’re exploring how those ideas connect to personal stories, shared history, and collective memory—told through art made by our community.
Participants can submit completed works to be considered for display or join us during one of our hands-on Art Project Days on March 17, 18, or 19, where we’ll provide guided poppy-themed art activities in a relaxed, creative setting. No prior art experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to create.

The Poppy Project Art Day: Poppy Poem Collage
2026-03-18 10:00 - 12:00 | TX

The Poppy Project Art Day: Tissue Paper Poppy Field
2026-03-19 13:00 - 15:00 | TX

7th Annual Texas Photography Festival
2026-03-21 09:00 - 16:00 | TX

Millennial History Club March
2026-03-26 18:00 - 20:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
History Club: A Craft Night with a Side of Existential Dread
Did you grow up reading Dear America by flashlight under your covers?
Do you love a good craft project?
Are you a millennial who occasionally stares into the void and whispers, “Wow, time is fake”?
Then this club is for you.
Join The Williamson Museum every 4th Thursday for History Club, a cozy, creative night where we’ll turn scraps, ephemera, and historical vibes into junk journals—perfect for memory keeping, mood tracking, vent art, or documenting your slow descent into adulthood.
Every 4th Thursday
6:00–8:00 PM
The Williamson Museum
Donation-based | Drop-in friendly
Come for the crafts & snacks.
Stay for the community.
Leave slightly more emotionally regulated than when you arrived.
All Generations Welcome

Sign Up HEre

Artist of the Month: The Poppy Project
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-29 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
The Poppy Project is a community-based art initiative that invites people of all ages and skill levels to create and contribute poppy-inspired artwork for a special April exhibition at The Williamson Museum.
Poppies have long symbolized remembrance, resilience, and hope. Through this project, we’re exploring how those ideas connect to personal stories, shared history, and collective memory—told through art made by our community.
Participants can submit completed works to be considered for display or join us during one of our hands-on Art Project Days on March 17, 18, or 19 from 10am-12pm, where we’ll provide guided poppy-themed art activities in a relaxed, creative setting. No prior art experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to create.
We’ll also host a special poppy-themed Millennial History Club on March 26, from 6pm-8pm, blending crafting, reflection, and a little existential dread (as is tradition).
Selected works will be featured together in our April exhibition, celebrating the many ways our community remembers, honors, and creates—one poppy at a time. Art will be displayed April 1st – April 29th
Email or Mail your Submissions by March 20th, 2026 to poppyproject@williamsonmuseum.org or 716 South Austin Ave, Georgetown, TX 78626

First Friday Ghost Tours April 2026
2026-04-03 20:00 - 21:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States

Celebrate Spring at WCOSA
2026-04-18 10:00 - 15:00 | Old Settlers Association, 3300 E. Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX, 78664
Celebrate Earth Day with The Williamson Museum at Old Settler’s Association in Round Rock on Saturday April 18, 2026 from 10:00AM-3:00PM. This is a free event that will feature fun crafts, activities and more that center around the conservation and protection of the planet for the whole family. Come enjoy this magnificent holiday with us!
Williamson County Old Settler’s Association is located at 3300 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX. For more information, please call 512-943-1670.

20th Annual Pioneer Day 2026
2026-05-02 10:00 - 15:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
Join The Williamson Museum and Williamson County Old Settler’s Association for the 20th Annual Pioneer Day on Saturday, May 2nd from 10am to 3pm. This is a free event featuring Chuckwagons, games, living history, crafts, demonstrations, and live music.
This event is held at Williamson County Old Settler’s Association located at 3300 E Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock.

First Friday Ghost Tours June 2026
2026-06-05 20:00 - 21:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States

First Friday Ghost Tours July 2026
2026-07-03 20:00 - 21:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States

Summer History Explorer's Camp: Media Pre-1940s
2026-07-13 09:00 - 2026-07-17 15:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
Media Pre-1940s
This summer, young explorers are invited to step behind the scenes of Williamson County’s Media through the Ages. Through hands-on activities and behind-the-lens experiments, campers will uncover how hometown newspapers, radio pioneers, early TV studios, and even textile-based communication shaped our community’s stories. From creating their own film scripts and designing bold headlines to experimenting with textile media such as printed fabrics, and pattern-based storytelling, participants will experience the many ways people have shared information across time. This dynamic, creativity-sparking camp offers curious kids a fresh, interactive path into both media history and the art of communication.
This camp is open for students entering 3rd-6th grade.
Camp is 9:00am – 3:00pm. Aftercare is available from 8am-5pm for $80. Cost: $150 per week non-museum members; $120 per week for museum members.
*Discounted rates for current members at $50 Family membership or above. Scholarships available for first time campers.
Questions?
Email Denise Brown, Director of Education
dbrown@williamsonmuseum.org
512-943-3856

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Summer History Explorer's Camp: Media 1940s-Now
2026-07-20 09:00 - 2026-07-24 15:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
Media 1940s-Now
This summer, young explorers are invited to step behind the scenes of Williamson County’s Media through the Ages. Through hands-on activities and behind-the-lens experiments, campers will uncover how hometown newspapers, radio pioneers, early TV studios, and even textile-based communication shaped our community’s stories. From creating their own film scripts and designing bold headlines to experimenting with textile media such as printed fabrics, and pattern-based storytelling, participants will experience the many ways people have shared information across time. This dynamic, creativity-sparking camp offers curious kids a fresh, interactive path into both media history and the art of communication.
This camp is open for students entering 3rd-6th grade.
Camp is 9:00am – 3:00pm. Aftercare is available from 8am-5pm for $80. Cost: $150 per week non-museum members; $120 per week for museum members.
*Discounted rates for current members at $50 Family membership or above. Scholarships available for first time campers.
Questions?
Email Denise Brown, Director of Education
dbrown@williamsonmuseum.org
512-943-3856

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First Friday Ghost Tours August 2026
2026-08-07 20:00 - 21:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States

First Friday Ghost Tours September 2026
2026-09-04 20:00 - 21:00 | The Williamson Museum, 716 S. Austin Avenue, Georgetown, TX, 78626, United States
