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The Elgin Depot Museum has created a special room for recognizing area veterans from all of the conflicts since 1900.
Read moreAlthough a little tardy, I want to thank you very much for the support you have provided the Bastrop County Historical Society
Read moreAfter over six decades, Elgin’s 1958 “Cinderella Team” came together for one last Friday night during Western Days to reminisce about their time playing football for Elgin High School and relive the memories of their historic game.
Read moreThe Elgin High School football team of 1958 will reunite during Western Days to reminisce about their historic season. Many Elginites who were around to see the team of 1958
Read moreThe Bastrop County Historical Society Museum recently opened a new permanent exhibit featuring the history of the coal mines in Bastrop County. From 1902 to 1944, lignite mining was the
Read moreMembers of the McDade Historical Society gathered on Monday, April 22 to hear a talk by Dr. Harry Krenek about one of McDade’s favorite heroes, Captain Jesse Billingsley, but on
Read moreDespite the rainy weather, people still came outside to enjoy children’s activities and listen to live music at Local Lore on Saturday at the Elgin Depot Museum. The children's booths
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