Fort Concho Speaker Series Weekly Presentations

SAN ANGELO, TX — The Fort Concho Speaker Series is returning, offering a range of educational and entertaining presentations each Wednesday this April. 

Set to take place from noon to 1 p.m. at the Fort Concho Commissary, located at 702 Burgess St., the series has a lineup of topics spanning history, music, and archaeology.

Admission to each event in the series is free, and the public is encouraged to attend. Attendees have the option to bring their own lunches to enjoy during the presentations.

The series will kick off on April 10 with “The Coming of the Railroad to the Concho Valley” by Charles Anderson, a local historian. This presentation will explore the railroad’s arrival and its impact on the region's development and history.

Following this, on April 17, the series will feature a special musical performance, “The Battle Song of San Jacinto,” by Monte Jones. In addition to the music, Lisa Mahler, another local historian, will delve into “Old Homes of San Angelo,” sharing insights into the city’s architectural heritage.

The final presentation, scheduled for April 24, will focus on the vital work of “Archaeology Stewards – Volunteers Saving Texas History.” Callan Clark, a steward with the Texas Archaeological Stewardship Network, will highlight the contributions of volunteers in preserving Texas’s archaeological heritage.

For those seeking more information about the Fort Concho Speaker Series or wishing to plan their visit, contact details are available at 325-657-4441 or online at fortconcho.com.