Welcome to Texas Folklife

Preserving & Presenting the Diverse Cultures & Living Heritage Of The Lone Star State.
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Why Texas Folklife

We are committed to preserving the diverse living heritage of Texans, while exploring the vital role of tradition in contemporary society.
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We involve volunteers on an ongoing basis in our various programs and initiatives, matching our needs with volunteer skills and fit.
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A Tradition And Culture With A Mission

Preserving & Presenting
Diverse Cultures!

It is my pleasure to extend a warm welcome to you on behalf of Texas Folklife. As the Executive Director, I am honored to lead an organization that is deeply committed to celebrating and preserving the rich cultural heritage of Texas.

At Texas Folklife, we recognize the power of storytelling, music, dance, and traditional arts in shaping the unique identity of our great state. Our mission is to amplify the diverse voices and expressions that make Texas a tapestry of cultures and traditions. From the vibrant rhythms of conjunto music to the intricate artistry of quilting, every aspect of our cultural tapestry is a testament to the resilience, creativity, and diversity of our communities.

Thank you for being a part of the Texas Folklife community. Your support ensures that the stories of our communities continue to resonate and enrich the cultural fabric of our beloved state.

 

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Elisha Oliver

Executive Director
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What We Do?

Texas Folklife is committed to preserving the diverse living heritage of Texans, while exploring the vital role of tradition in contemporary society.
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Successful Stories

Read how much Texas Folklife has impacted the lives of Texas and its’ Organizations.  See what everyone is saying.
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Our Programs

Texas Folklife is a Statewide Non-Profit Organization, Dedicated to Preserving and Presenting the Diverse Cultures and Living Heritage of the Lone Star State.
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Featured Programs

Folk Arts, Folklore & Folk Life
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Texas Folklife Events List

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15June
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm By Mariela Freire
Conjunto Apprenticeship Showcase
402 West Robertson Street San Benito, TX 78586
19July
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm By admin
Music Under The Star
1800 N. Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
03August
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm By Mariela Freire
The Big Squeeze Showcase Finale: Co-Hosted by The City of Edinburg
Promenade Park Amphitheater, 201 W McIntyre St, Edinburg, TX 78541

Featured Event

19 July 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Music Under The Star
1800 N. Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701

All of our events are focused on cultivating, promoting, encouraging and sponsoring the preservation, understanding, appreciation, and public presentation of the Folk arts, folklore, and folk life of Texas.

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Latest News

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Jul 2024

Flamenco Flows from the Río Grande to Houston

Serendipity marked my path to becoming a Texas Folklife Fellow. B. C. (Before COVID) When COVID forced everyone to stop, I,too, stopped. But as everyone looked forward to the easing of restrictions, I took the time to look back. I looked at my ancestors and at
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08
Jul 2024

The Shared Memory of Kenyan Food

By Imgard Khosravi. I have a memory of my grandmother’s compound in Kenya, where the grass was covered in dew that sparkled like fragments of mirrors in the sun. The sounds of the animals filled the air: the hens clucked, the sheep bleated, the birds cooed, and the cows mooed.
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22
Jun 2024

Seed Saving & Texas Native Plants

By Laura Villareal. My interest in seed saving as a response to the climate crisis began last summer at Oak Spring Garden Foundation. I was working on my second poetry collection which explores the power of naming and human connections to the natural world and found myself perusing Oak Spring’s library for books to spark my writing.
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Apr 2024
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The Backbone of Texas Folklife Arts & Culture: Our Working Board of Directors

By Dr. Elisha Oliver Dear Friends, At Texas Folklife, we are privileged to be stewards of the rich tapestry of…
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Apr 2024
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Conjunto Apprenticeship Showcase

Join us for an extraordinary evening of music at the Conjunto Apprenticeship Showcase! Featured performers include Eva Ybarra alongside her apprentice, Iliana Vásquez, as well as the esteemed Juan Longoria Jr. accompanied by his apprentice, Manuel “Manny” Tovar.
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