Bonham, Texas -- We have three exciting events planned at the Sam Rayburn House State Historic Site this August and September! All of these events are free to attend. Tours of the Sam Rayburn House cost regular admission and occur on the hour during the events unless otherwise stated.
You may contact us with any questions you have by calling us at (903) 583-5558 or sending an email to Margo.McCutcheon@thc.texas.gov. Find us on social media for updates about our events as well! We are located at 890 W. State Hwy 56 in Bonham, TX.
August 24 – Hands on History: Water, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Enjoy some late summer fun with our Hands on History: Water program!
Play some water balloon dodgeball or take part in some water relay races. Go at your own pace with a water-based sensory station or practice your water balloon aim with a target practice tarp. Please wear clothing that you don’t mind getting wet!
September 7 – Domino Days: Blind Dominoes, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Join us for our final Domino Days game before our tournament in November!
We will be playing Blind Dominoes. All are welcome, whether you know how to play or you have never touched a domino before. While you’re here, you can learn about the Rayburn family’s connection to a certain domino game famous in Texas.
September 21 – Farming Heritage Day, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Farming Heritage Day is our biggest event of the year! Celebrate Sam Rayburn’s love of farming and farmers as you walk around our site and visit a variety of community organizations, clubs, and people who make their living from the land.
