Old University Building Nacogdoches Texas

08/29/2026

olduniversitybuilding.com

An Ideal Venue For...
• Weddings
• Family Reunions
• Business Retreats
• Group Meetings
• Photography Sessions
• Luncheons
• Birthday Party
• Club Meeting
• Teas
We are located within walking distance of several popular lodging accommodations

Call 936-569-7292 for Reservations

08/27/2026

Old Nacogdoches University Building
515 N. MOUND STREET
The Old Nacogdoches University Building, often referred to as the "mother of education in Texas," is a Texas State Historical Landmark and one of the local structures listed in the National Register of Historic Places. It is presently a museum run by the Nacogdoches Federation of Women's Clubs, and contains period furnishings and artifacts from its earlier days.
Come visit the Old Nacogdoches University Building to see how it has shaped the past while still preserving education today. Photos by Wendy Floyd.

08/24/2026

olduniversitybuilding.com
An Ideal Venue For...
• Weddings
• Family Reunions
• Business Retreats
• Group Meetings
• Photography Sessions
• Luncheons
• Birthday Party
• Club Meeting
• Teas
We are located within walking distance of several popular lodging accommodations

Call 936-569-7292 for Reservations

08/09/2026

A little more on the Battle of Nacogdoches! Yes! Jim Bowie was there!

08/07/2026

Pattye Greer surprised with Yellow Rose of Texas honor
BY NICOLE BRADFORD Staff Writer , The Daily Sentinel

Longtime community volunteer Pattye Greer walked into an ambush of sorts at the Old University Building Thursday.
“She thinks I’m having a gathering of friends to just talk and have refreshments,” said Susan Aikin, a fellow volunteer who wanted to surprise Greer with news she’d been selected for the Yellow Rose of Texas Award, an official state honorary commission from the Governor of Texas.

Instead of a small gathering of women, Greer on Thursday was greeted by a crowd that included the mayor, one district judge, another retired district judge, the former county judge, the county attorney and a Daughters of Republic of Texas district representative.

“She said, ‘This is an odd group of people,’” Aikin said. “I told her, ‘They’re all here for you.’”
It wasn’t until state Rep. Joanne Shofner stepped forward to present a proclamation from Gov. Greg Abbott that Greer realized she was receiving the Yellow Rose of Texas award.
“I’m overwhelmed,” Greer said. “I love every one of you.”
Greer later said she had no idea why her daughter Deborah — who’d been tasked with getting her to the reception — had been so insistent that she attend.

The Yellow Rose of Texas is the highest award given by the governor’s office recognizing women for community service, volunteerism and efforts to preserve Texas history.
“It’s a highly coveted award, and it takes a resume like Pattye’s to even be considered,” Shofner said.
Greer, 95, has a long list of volunteer service that includes leadership positions in the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Federation of Women’s Clubs, Daughters of the American Revolution, regent for Stephen F. Austin State University and the Memorial Hospital Foundation board.
“It’s been such a pleasure to be in this community where women were all accepted and where we enjoy our work,” Greer said.
Daughters of the Republic of Texas District Representative Cheryl Giordano drove from Arp to represent the organization at Thursday’s reception. She said Greer has shown a dedication to service.

“She puts herself in a position for making things different through the work she does,” she said.

08/02/2026

Battle of Nacogdoches Celebration

On August 2, 1832, settlers in the Department of Nacogdoches resisted an order from Mexican commander Col. José de las Piedras to surrender their arms. The confrontation that followed drove the Mexican garrison from the town and marked one of the earliest armed conflicts leading to the Texas Revolution. Armed with nothing more than shotguns and various types of hunting weapons, the national militia of Nacogdoches, aided by militias from Ayish Bayou, (San Augustine), Neches Settlement, Sabine Settlement, Shelby Settlement, Douglas Settlement, Teneha, San Felipe, Bevil Settlement, and Nacogdoches fired the opening guns of the Texas Revolution during the Battle of Nacogdoches.
The following program took place near the home of Adolphus Sterne and featured a first-person interpretation. Along with recognizing those who fought in the Battle of Nacogdoches, the event was also a time of remembrance, reflection, and celebration of the community's role in Texas.
Featuring:
Brad Maule as Adolphus Sterne
HOSTED BT:
Adolphus Sterne Chapter SRT and
The Stone Fort Chapter DRT
in partnership with The City of Nacogdoches.

08/02/2026

Today! 2:00pm!

On August 2nd, 1832, the Battle of Nacogdoches became one of the earliest armed conflicts leading to the Texas Revolution.

Join the Sons and Daughters of the Republic of Texas on today, August 2nd, at 2 pm as they commemorate this pivotal moment in the Oldest Town in Texas. Held at the historic home of Adolphus Sterne, the free public program will feature a first-person interpretation and honor those who fought in the Battle of Nacogdoches through remembrance, reflection, and celebration.

07/31/2026

From historic streets to beloved buildings, every photo tells a piece of the story that makes the Oldest Town in Texas so special. See pics at end of OUB!