Historical Park Activities & Programs

Year-Round Activities and Programs

We schedule year-round activities in addition to our seasonal offerings.

  • Field Trips - Now accepting reservations for school classes, homeschooling groups and clubs 
  • Girl Scout Badge Workshops - Schedule a workshop for a Girl Scout troop
  • Tours - Call us to schedule a guided tour of six historic buildings

Branch Arts Live: 

Enjoy an afternoon of live dance performances by a variety of local schools and organizations brought to you by the Arts & Culture Committee. Bring a lawn chair or blanket.

  • Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
  • Location: Gussie Field Watterworth Park
  • Event Time: 12:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Day of the Dead Celebration: 

Diá de los Muertos, Day of the Dead, is a celebration of life and death.  Join the Historical Park and the community as we welcome back and honor the souls of our deceased loved ones.  Activities include musical and dance performances, Loteria, kids’ crafts, air brush artists, and a beautiful community altar where attendees can pay respect and celebrate beloved family and friends.  Notecards, candles, and flowers provided to place on the altar.  Attendees are invited to bring duplicate photos or mementos to lay at the community altar to honor their loved ones; items will not be returned.  Festival food and beverages will be available for purchase.

  • Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
  • Location: Venue 1842 
  • Event Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Fall Family Mini Sessions

The Farmers Branch Historical Park is excited to announce it is partnering with Rosa Poetschke Photography for a special day of fall family photo mini sessions.

Sun | Nov 8 | sessions:  9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

What’s included in the session:  20-minute mini session, private online gallery, 8 digital images, print release rights, and $20 credit to the online print store. If you have questions or want inspiration or help with outfit planning, feel free to message Rosa Poetschke Photography once you have booked your mini. $150 per 20-minute mini session; pre-registration is required

Christmas Tea pictureChristmas Teas:

Christmas Teas are a Historical Park tradition. Join us in Venue 1842 for live harp music, delectable treats, Christmas décor, and of course, tea. 

$40 per person; $30 per Friend of the Farmers Branch Historical Park member; space is limited, and pre-registration is required. To receive the discount, please call 972-406-0184.