Preserving the Past.Building the Future.
Who We Are
The Friends of the Texas Historical Commission is a Texas-based 501(C)(3) nonprofit cultural resources preservation organization.
Our Mission
…..is to partner with the Texas Historical Commission to preserve and protect the real places and real stories of Texas and all Texans, securing philanthropic resources to ensure a lasting legacy for future generations.
What We Do
Through our work we preserve and promote historic resources for the education and enjoyment of present and future generations—to share Texas’s story through place-based educational opportunities, enhance the visitor experience to historic locations, and empower the preservation community through technical training and mentoring.
Our Vision
The Friends of the Texas Historical Commission’s vision is that everyone has a place in Texas history.
Our Values
The FTHC is guided, in all aspects of its work, by the following principles:
– We operate with with authenticity, dependability, and integrity
– We respect the varied and complex stories of Texas
– We believe in proactive collaboration
– We value all donors and their support