Preservation Day at the Capitol 2025

AUSTIN, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 19th

The 89th Texas Legislature's regular session begins on January 14, 2025, and historic preservation will be impacted by proposed legislation and budgets. Join fellow preservation advocates from across the state in Austin for a full day of legislative briefings and advocacy opportunities on Wednesday, February 19th at the Texas State Capitol. An opening reception will be held on Tuesday evening, February 18th at a historic Austin venue.

This event is free, but participation is limited to current Preservation Texas members. If you are not a member, we’d love to have you join or renew! If you are unsure of your membership status, please contact hunick@preservationtexas.org.

SCHEDULE

Tuesday, February 18th

  • 5:00 - 6:30 pm: Opening reception (TBD)

  • Dinner on your own

Wednesday, February 19th

  • 8:00-9:30 am: Breakfast and legislative briefing (Barbara Jordan State Office Building 1601 Congress Ave)

  • 10:00 am: Reading of the Preservation Day House Resolution (Capitol House Chamber)

  • 10:30 am - 2:30 pm: Legislative meetings with elected officials and/or staff

  • Lunch on your own (Capitol Cafeteria)

  • 3:00 - 4:00 pm: Debriefing and libations at Scholz Garten (1607 San Jacinto Blvd)

PARKING INFO

Parking is available for $12/day at the Capitol Visitors Garage (1201 San Jacinto Blvd) or $15/day at the Bullock Museum Garage (1800 Congress Ave). Click here for a Capitol Complex map.

HOTELS

Hotel rooms are limited due to multiple events. Be sure to book your room ASAP. Browse suggested hotels here.

Order a Preservation Day t-shirt here to wear to the event! A long sleeve option also available.