Texas Ranger Day

Which famous Texas Ranger lived and died in Burton, Texas? Discover the answer to this question and much more at Texas Ranger Day hosted by the Burton Heritage Society.  The day begins with the Annie Maud Avis Memorial Fajita and Bean Cook-off, and live re-enactments by the Old West Rangers.  The living history continues with a display of Texas Ranger 1880s camp life, and folk like demonstrations. The fun rivalry continues with a bean bag toss tournament and old-fashioned games for kids of all ages.  Tour the 1898 railroad depot (anytime), and the cotton gin at 10am & 2pm.  Live music will include Abigail Taylor, Slim Bawb and the StumpGrinders, Trickdog and Lisa, “Steppenwolf guitarist,” Danny Johnson and more! A silent and live auction round out the day and raise much-needed funds for Mt. Zion Historical Chapel at Mt. Zion Cemetery, our second historic site and location where Captain Leander McNelly is buried. So mark your calendars for a day of Texas history, food, fun AND do your part to preserve a vital piece of the Burton community.  For more information visit our webpage at www.burtonheritagesociety.org or call 979-353-0050.