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Gift of Western Art

Published on August 13, 2024

The Museum received a gift of Western art entitled Early Texas Ranger by Clyde Heron. It depicts a Texas Ranger during the years of the Frontier Battalion (1874-1900) looking toward the horizon. The Ranger is standing with a Winchester 1873 resting on his leg and a Colt Single Action revolver on his hip. He is wearing typical western clothing.

Tagged as: , Arts & Culture

New Exhibit: Works on Paper

Published on August 12, 2024

We are excited to announce our new exhibit: Works of Art on Paper. For generations, artists have been captivated by the spirit of the American West. The Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum has works by many of these artists in its collection, including renowned western artists Tom Lea and Donald Yena. It is displayed in Spindletop Tower inside the Armstrong Research Center.

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Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award 2024

Published on August 06, 2024

TRHFM has been awarded the 2024 “Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award” in recognition of being one of the best travel experiences worldwide. These awards are based on reviews and opinions from travelers and diners over a 12-month period.

Less than 1% of Tripadvisor’s 8 million listings achieved this international award, based on feedback and reviews from travelers each year.

Tagged as: , Announcements

School Tours Return to 2019 Levels

Published on June 14, 2024

Over the past two months, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum experienced its busiest period for school tours since Covid restrictions began. In April alone, the number of tours nearly tripled compared to the same period last year.

Tagged as: , Announcements

Happy 60th Anniversary

Published on April 04, 2024

On April 3, 1964, the Texas Public Safety Commission granted State authorization to the City of Waco and the Waco Chamber of Commerce to construct a museum dedicated to the Texas Rangers. It was to be the first law enforcement historical center in the United States and to house the headquarters of Company F, one of six Ranger headquarters statewide.

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New Family Reading Room Opens

Published on April 01, 2024

The popularity of our online Story Time With Audrey has led to the creation of a family reading room where parents can read books featured on Story Time to enhance their family's visit.

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Hollywood Visits TRHFM

Published on March 29, 2024

On January 25th, four Hollywood actors known for their guest roles in many Western television shows and movies stopped in for a visit.

Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration

New Chief: Scotty Shiver

Published on March 13, 2024

The Texas Rangers are pleased to announce that Scotty Shiver is the new Chief of Rangers/Assistant Director of DPS.

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Jason Taylor Promoted

Published on March 13, 2024

As Lieutenant Colonel of Law Enforcement Operations, former Chief Jason Taylor now oversees the Criminal Investigations Division, Texas Highway Patrol, Texas Rangers, Aircraft Operations Division and the Intelligence and Counterterrorism Division.

Tagged as: , Announcements

Artifact Spotlight: Colt Bisley .45

Published on February 01, 2024

We recently received a generous donation of this engraved Colt Bisley .45 from 1904. The pistol was engraved by Phil E. Hudson in 1984. Hudson worked as a firearm engraver for many Texas Rangers during the 1980s-1990s.

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Gift of Western Art

New Exhibit: Works on Paper

Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award 2024

School Tours Return to 2019 Levels

Happy 60th Anniversary

New Family Reading Room Opens

Hollywood Visits TRHFM

New Chief: Scotty Shiver

Jason Taylor Promoted

Artifact Spotlight: Colt Bisley .45

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