From TexAgs Sponsor, George Bush Presidential Library and Museum:
Join us as we celebrate the opening of the new exhibit "College Station: A Community History" marking 75 years of College Station. On Oct. 19, 1938, College Station – the name used for decades by the Postal Service when delivering mail via train to Texas A&M College – officially incorporated as a city. As the college grew and changed, so did the surrounding town. College Station has a rich history of military heroes, medical advancements, scientific explorations, agriculture, academia and political leaders. Hundreds of thousands of students have called "Aggieland" home, each leaving their mark, many of them choosing to stay or vowing to return. A surprising amount of culture and a burgeoning medical community, along with a favorable economy, has placed College Station on several lists as one of the best places in the country to live, raise a family and retire. Come find out why College Station has captured the hearts of so many people.
Classic Film: We've Never Been Licked
Nov. 14, 7 p.m. Free, Annenberg Presidential Conference Center
In celebration of the 75th Anniversary of College Station, We've Never Been Licked highlights the strong ties between Texas A&M, College Station and service to others. This film was created to tell the story of A&M and WWII. Relive the old army days as TAMC. Recall the traditions and spirit. This is a nostalgic tale for all Aggies, past present and future. Even non-Aggies can enjoy this tale of young love and patriotism in the face of grave circumstances. Parts of the movie were shot on campus. Following the movie, the Association of Former Students will be selling copies of the film as well as "Aggies: The True Story of Texas A&M."
RSVP online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/classic-film-weve-never-been-licked-registration-7433300201
Community Celebration Saturday, Nov. 16; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
In recognition of College Station's 75th anniversary in 2013, the City of College Station and the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum will host a free community celebration event on Saturday, Nov. 16. Presented by title sponsor Union Pacific, the event features activities, storytelling and other family-friendly entertainment from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in and around the Library grounds.
Outside, visitors can take a ride on Union Pacific's popular mini-train or tour a rare collection of more than 50 vintage cars and trucks from regional motor vehicle enthusiasts. Inside the Library, visitors can listen to stories from long-time College Station residents and historians or enjoy a variety of local musical and dance entertainment.
The celebration serves as a grand opening for the city's anniversary heritage exhibit titled "College Station: A Community History," on display at the Library through Jan. 4. The exhibit's memorabilia, photographs and stories highlight the rapid development of local business, school and life from a small, rural area into a city of nearly 100,000 in population.
Admission to the city's exhibit on Nov. 16 and 17 is free to public. For all other exhibits and days, regular museum admission rates apply. For more information on the city's exhibit and community celebration event, please go to http://cstx.gov/75.
Join us as we celebrate the opening of the new exhibit "College Station: A Community History" marking 75 years of College Station. On Oct. 19, 1938, College Station – the name used for decades by the Postal Service when delivering mail via train to Texas A&M College – officially incorporated as a city. As the college grew and changed, so did the surrounding town. College Station has a rich history of military heroes, medical advancements, scientific explorations, agriculture, academia and political leaders. Hundreds of thousands of students have called "Aggieland" home, each leaving their mark, many of them choosing to stay or vowing to return. A surprising amount of culture and a burgeoning medical community, along with a favorable economy, has placed College Station on several lists as one of the best places in the country to live, raise a family and retire. Come find out why College Station has captured the hearts of so many people.
Classic Film: We've Never Been Licked
Nov. 14, 7 p.m. Free, Annenberg Presidential Conference Center
In celebration of the 75th Anniversary of College Station, We've Never Been Licked highlights the strong ties between Texas A&M, College Station and service to others. This film was created to tell the story of A&M and WWII. Relive the old army days as TAMC. Recall the traditions and spirit. This is a nostalgic tale for all Aggies, past present and future. Even non-Aggies can enjoy this tale of young love and patriotism in the face of grave circumstances. Parts of the movie were shot on campus. Following the movie, the Association of Former Students will be selling copies of the film as well as "Aggies: The True Story of Texas A&M."
RSVP online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/classic-film-weve-never-been-licked-registration-7433300201
Community Celebration Saturday, Nov. 16; 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
In recognition of College Station's 75th anniversary in 2013, the City of College Station and the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum will host a free community celebration event on Saturday, Nov. 16. Presented by title sponsor Union Pacific, the event features activities, storytelling and other family-friendly entertainment from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in and around the Library grounds.
Outside, visitors can take a ride on Union Pacific's popular mini-train or tour a rare collection of more than 50 vintage cars and trucks from regional motor vehicle enthusiasts. Inside the Library, visitors can listen to stories from long-time College Station residents and historians or enjoy a variety of local musical and dance entertainment.
The celebration serves as a grand opening for the city's anniversary heritage exhibit titled "College Station: A Community History," on display at the Library through Jan. 4. The exhibit's memorabilia, photographs and stories highlight the rapid development of local business, school and life from a small, rural area into a city of nearly 100,000 in population.
Admission to the city's exhibit on Nov. 16 and 17 is free to public. For all other exhibits and days, regular museum admission rates apply. For more information on the city's exhibit and community celebration event, please go to http://cstx.gov/75.