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Welcome to the website for the McLennan County Historical Commission!
This commission was created to provide leadership and coordinating services in the field of archeological, historical, and cultural preservation focusing on McLennan County, Texas.
We are charged with the duty of implementing and maintaining programs, services and projects aimed at promoting, restoring, and preserving historically significant information, structures, sites, and landmarks in this county.
We welcome your interest and invite you to learn more about our programs.
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Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Historical Marker
Historical Marker 21ML02 Disclaimer: Texas Historical Commission has approved the manufacture of the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Historical Marker (Job #21ML02). Its delivery date is uncertain. Nonetheless, the marker’s inscription is official and is provided below for the benefit of the Gholson community. PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH IN 1872, A SMALL GATHERING OF FORMERLY ENSLAVED…
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Unveiling: Dignity
Saturday, September 27, 2025
11:00 AM
Cost: FREE
South Waco Community Center
2815 Speight Ave
Waco, TX 76711
Hispanic History Month Walking Tour
Saturday, September 27, 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Cost: FREE
St. Francis Catholic Church
315 Jefferson Ave
Waco, TX 76701
24th Annual Genealogy Lock-in
Friday, October 17, 2025
8:30 AM - 7 PM
Cost: FREE
West Waco Library &
Genealogy Center + Online
5301 Bosque Blvd
Waco, TX 76710
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