DeWalt Heritage Center
A project of Fort Bend County and the Fort Bend History Association, the DeWalt Heritage Center is the history hub of east Fort Bend County! In 2006, the historic Dew house was moved three miles down Highway 6 into Missouri City's Kitty Hollow Park. From there, it was renovated and transformed into the DeWalt Heritage Center!
The Center is currently open for tours once a month from 1-4 p.m.
The Center is currently open for tours once a month from 1-4 p.m.
Upcoming Monthly Events:
February 16, 1-3:30 p.m. - Black History Month, 1-3:30 p.m.
Celebrate historic DeWalt residents.
February 22, 2-4 p.m. - Once Upon a Time...Alice in Wonderland Tea Party
Once upon a time, Alice discovered Wonderland...
Join us for the DeWalt Heritage Center's annual tea party! A community favorite, the English-style tea will transport guests back to a world befitting Alice herself. Attendees are invited to dress as their favorite fairy tale character and will also enjoy the talent of a professional storyteller during the event.
Limited seating; Reservations are required!
March 21 & 22 - Youth Art Month, 1-3:30 p.m.
Join us to view award-winning artwork by local youth.
April 25 - Yard & Porch Sale, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
You won't want to miss the great bargains! Join us to shop at our annual fundraiser to support no-cost educational programs for the community.
May 10 - B-I-N-G-O, 1-3:30 p.m.
Join us for fun Bingo games and door prizes!
June 14, July 12 & August 9 - Second Sunday Summer History Program, 1-3:30 p.m.
So much fun, you'll forget you're learning! Check back soon for more details.
September 13 - 2nd Annual Ice Cream Social, 1-3:30 p.m.
Come crank your own sweet treat!
December 6 - 10th Annual Wassail, 1-3:30 p.m.
TBA - Murder in Blue Ridge Oil Field Mystery Dinner
Premier Event! Guests enjoy an oilfield meal with libations as they help solve a real-life 1921 murder mystery in Blue Ridge, where the Dew family owned oil lands.
Celebrate historic DeWalt residents.
February 22, 2-4 p.m. - Once Upon a Time...Alice in Wonderland Tea Party
Once upon a time, Alice discovered Wonderland...
Join us for the DeWalt Heritage Center's annual tea party! A community favorite, the English-style tea will transport guests back to a world befitting Alice herself. Attendees are invited to dress as their favorite fairy tale character and will also enjoy the talent of a professional storyteller during the event.
Limited seating; Reservations are required!
- Members of the Fort Bend History Association: $25 for adults and $12.50 for children 12 and under
- General admission: $30 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under
March 21 & 22 - Youth Art Month, 1-3:30 p.m.
Join us to view award-winning artwork by local youth.
April 25 - Yard & Porch Sale, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
You won't want to miss the great bargains! Join us to shop at our annual fundraiser to support no-cost educational programs for the community.
May 10 - B-I-N-G-O, 1-3:30 p.m.
Join us for fun Bingo games and door prizes!
June 14, July 12 & August 9 - Second Sunday Summer History Program, 1-3:30 p.m.
So much fun, you'll forget you're learning! Check back soon for more details.
September 13 - 2nd Annual Ice Cream Social, 1-3:30 p.m.
Come crank your own sweet treat!
December 6 - 10th Annual Wassail, 1-3:30 p.m.
TBA - Murder in Blue Ridge Oil Field Mystery Dinner
Premier Event! Guests enjoy an oilfield meal with libations as they help solve a real-life 1921 murder mystery in Blue Ridge, where the Dew family owned oil lands.
Become a Volunteer Dewcent!Become a Dewcent! Our dedicated volunteers give house tours, organize community/educational events and help keep East Fort Bend County history alive. For more information about how to get involved, email Diane at dware@fbhistory.org.
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Donate to the DeWalt Heritage Center
Basic InfoHours & Admission
The Center is currently open for tours once a month. Admission is FREE. Address Kitty Hollow Park 9555 Hwy 6 South | Missouri City, Texas 77459 281-342-1256 Contact: Diane Ware, Special Project Manager & Historian |
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In the News
Visit the Tallest Building to Have Existed on the Prairie - ABC 13, September 26, 2019
https://abc13.com/society/experience-rich-texas-history-at-the-dewalt-heritage-center/5571214/
https://abc13.com/society/experience-rich-texas-history-at-the-dewalt-heritage-center/5571214/
Buy an Ornament!
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Bring home a little piece of history this holiday season! Purchase the DeWalt Heritage Center Christmas tree ornament and help preserve east Fort Bend County history!
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DeWalt Heritage Center E-News
The DeWalt Heritage Center is a special project operated by the Fort Bend History Association.
